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 or extremely bright light areas. The leaves will begin to turn brown, wrinkled and dry, if placed under direct sun. They are best suited for air conditioned indoor places such as office space, living rooms, bedroom.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 moist and water retaining soil. Calathea Makoyana plants also survive well in hydroponic systems. If growing Calathea Makoyana in soil, use a moisture retaining, yet well draining soil mix. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. 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.WateringWater thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Do not let the soil dry out completely. Ideal is to water the plant in controlled quantity on a daily basis and adjust according to season. Reduce the watering frequency in rainy season or during falls. 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 MediumAir Purifying qualities Yes *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.
