Calathea Bicajoux Plant

Calathea Bicajoux is a moderate-growing herbaceous plant reaching 2–3 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.

Habit

Herbaceous

Height

0.3-0.6 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Moist, rich, well-drained

Shade

Partial to full shade

Moisture

High moisture

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Brazil

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

22-28°C

Humidity (%)

60-80%

Potting media

Peat-based, well-drained

Fertilizers

Balanced NPK

Watering

Water regularly, avoid over-watering

Plant Weight 

250-400 grams

Flowering Time

Spring to Fall

Soil Ph level

6.0 - 7.0

Water Ph level

6.0-6.5

Soil EC

Medium

Yield Per Plant 

1-2 plants per pot

NPK ratio 

4:02:01

life Span

2-3 years

Health Benefits

Calathea species help improve indoor air quality.

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

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Common Diseases

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

Symptoms

Brown spots, white coating, wilting, sticky residue

Organic Remedies

Neem oil, prune infected parts, compost tea

In-Organic Remedies

Copper fungicides, systemic insecticides