Burle Marxii Calathea
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✅Calathea Burle Marxii – Nature’s Living Artwork
Calathea burle marxii, also known as the Fishbone Prayer Plant, is a stunning tropical foliage plant native to the rainforests of Brazil. Named after the famous Brazilian landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx, it is celebrated for its unique beauty and elegance. The plant features elongated oval leaves marked with striking fishbone-like patterns in shades of deep green and light green, with a purplish underside that adds to its dramatic appeal. Its natural ability to fold its leaves upward at night, a behavior known as nyctinasty, makes it even more fascinating to observe. Valued as a decorative indoor plant worldwide, it brings a lush, exotic touch to homes and offices while purifying the air.
✅Care instructions
• Keep the plant in bright, indirect light, avoiding harsh direct sunlight that can scorch its leaves.
• Maintain consistently moist soil but ensure good drainage; never let it sit in waterlogged soil.
• Use soft or filtered water, as Calatheas are sensitive to chemicals like chlorine in tap water.
• Provide high humidity (above 50%) to keep the leaves healthy and prevent curling.
• Keep the temperature between 18–26°C, avoiding cold drafts or sudden fluctuations.
• Feed with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season (spring to summer).
✅Where to keep or how to use
• Place it in living rooms, bedrooms, or offices where indirect light is abundant.
• Ideal for adding a tropical, calming vibe to indoor spaces or as a centerpiece on plant stands.
• Can be grouped with other tropical plants to create a lush indoor jungle effect.
• Suitable for bathrooms with good natural light because of its love for humidity.
✅Common problems
• Leaf edges turning brown indicate low humidity or use of hard water.
• Yellowing leaves can result from overwatering or poor drainage.
• Curling leaves may signal underwatering, low humidity, or exposure to cold drafts.
• Pest issues like spider mites or mealybugs may occur in dry conditions.
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