Calathea Makoyana Peacock Plant (in Hydroponic pot)

Description NameCalathea MakoyanaCommon namesCalathea Makoyana, Peacock Plant, Cathedral Windows, Prayer PlantHindi namesकैलाथिया मकोयाना / पीकॉक प्लांट  / प्रेयर प्लांटTypeStemmed – in hydroponic pot/soil PotGrowth patternPerennialExposure to sunDirect sun exposure should be avoided. These plants are intolerant to direct sun exposure. The leaves will begin to turn brown, wrinkled and dry, if placed under direct sun.Light Place the plant at a location that receives bright, indirect light, for optimal growth. The plant is tolerant to lower light conditions, hence place it in indoor areas with bright indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight and also avoid placing the plant in outdoor shades, as these plants are full shade loving.SoilGrows well in hydroponic media. If growing Calathea Makoyana in soil, use a moisture retaining, yet well draining soil mix. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Using a mixture of cocopeat, sand, perlite, potting soil and rice husk in the correct proportion, will make an ideal potting mix for the plant, if grown in soil.WateringHydroponic pot water should be replaced in every 7-8 days. Do not let the plant stand in stale water for a longer period. If grown in soil, ensure that your plant is not completely drying out. Maintain soil moisture, else Calathea leaves tend to shrink reflecting curly brown edges. Having said that, let not the soil be too soggy.Pruning Pinch off the dry, affected and yellow leaves.Maintenance level MediumPurifying qualities  Yes *Note: that the Calathea Makoyana plant as shown in the picture comes in plastic hydroponic two section pots. The upper and the top section includes white net pot that houses the plant stem and leaves. The other bottom portions of the plant stem flows out of the white net pot and into the second or the lower section of the pot, that houses the roots which remain immersed in water. Always keep the roots immersed in water. Fill the lower pot with water, up until it touches the base of the upper pot.*Note: Since these are live plants, the actual size and condition of the plant may slightly differ from what is shown in the picture, depending on the growth stage of the plant at the time of your order. However, we make the best effort to closely match the plant that is delivered to you, with the plant as shown in the website display, after considering delivery and perishability constraints while in transit. Decorative planters if any, shown in the picture gallery, are for representation purpose only and can be purchased separately from the website.