Calathea leuconevra Plant
Calathea Leuconevra is a medium-sized, ornamental herbaceous plant requiring partial shade, high moisture, and has no edible or medicinal properties. |
Habit
Herbaceous
Height
0.4-1 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained, organic-rich
Shade
Partial
Moisture
High
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Brazil
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
22-28°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Peat and perlite mix
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK
Watering
Water regularly, let the soil dry out between watering
Plant Weight
300-450 grams
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
Medium
Yield Per Plant
1-2 plants per pot
NPK ratio
3:01:02
life Span
2-3 years
Health Benefits
Known for its colorful foliage and air-purifying qualities.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
| 40% loam, 30% sand, 30% compost |
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
| Apply monthly with liquid organic fertilizer |
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Aphids, Spider Mites, Leaf Spot
White fungal coating, browning patches, webbing
Copper fungicides, systemic insecticides
HEALTH BENEFITS
Known for its leaf movement (folding at night), which can create a sense of mindfulness and connection to nature.