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*The plant pictured is not necessarily the plant you will receive, but will be same size and shape. Plants are shipped in nursery pots and may vary slightly in pot size.*
Common Name: Peacock Calathea
Scientific Name: Calathea Makoyana / Goeppertia makoyana-Care Recommendations By The Dude-
Best for These Animals: Small reptiles and amphibians.
Bio Dude Substrates: Terra Flora, Terra Firma, Terra Fauna.
Soil Depth: All soil depths.
Lighting: Low to medium, or bright indirect light. Do not place under a heat or basking lamp.
Humidity & Misting: 60% - 100%, prefers higher humidity levels, with consistently moist substrate. Long-term use of tap water may be detrimental, since it can react negatively to fluoride and other chemicals. Prefers rainwater, reverse-osmosis water, or distilled water.
Mature Plant Size & Root System: Can grow 1 - 2 feet tall and wide, with leaves up to 10 inches. Root system will spread outwards at least as far as the leaf system.
Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium: Can grow in 60 - 80 degrees F, but prefers temperatures in the 65 - 75 degree range. Can grow up to 2 feet tall, and can be used as a background or specimen plant.
Edible & Side Effects if Ingested: Safe for humans, dogs, cats, and, of course, reptiles and amphibians.
Pot Size & Packaging: A single 4" potted Peacock Calathea is shipped in the pot wrapped in paper.
