Shadow Plant
Calathea lutea

Shadow Plant 

Shadow Plant is a moderate-growing herbaceous plant reaching 6–10 ft, thriving in USDA zones 10–12, with well-drained loamy soil, partial to full shade, and high moisture, with no edible or medicinal uses.

Picture illustrating Shadow Plant  plant

Habit

Herbaceous

Height

60-100 cm

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Moist, well-drained

Shade

Partial to full shade

Moisture

High moisture

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Mediterranean, Asia

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

15-30°C

Humidity (%)

50-70%

Potting media

Loamy, peat

Fertilizers

Organic, NPK

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

1-2 kg

Flowering Time

Summer+N1291

Soil Ph level

6.0 - 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 - 7.5

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Ornamental

NPK ratio 

10:10:10 

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

Ornamental, used in landscaping

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% loam, 30% compost, 20% peat moss

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Root Rot, Mealybugs

Yellowing, white coating, pustules, sticky residue

Neem oil, compost tea, prune infected parts
In-Organic Remedies

Copper fungicides, systemic insecticides

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

Improves indoor air quality by filtering toxins.

Enhances mental well-being by adding greenery to spaces.

May have medicinal properties depending on species.

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