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Calathea Lancifolia 'Rattlesnake' - 6" Pot - NURSERY POT ONLY

Calathea Lancifolia 'Rattlesnake' - 6" Pot - NURSERY POT ONLY

$64.00 USD
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One of the most captivating plants in the botanical world — the Calathea Lancifolia 'Rattlesnake' is a living work of art that moves, breathes, and absolutely commands attention. Its long, narrow, wavy-edged leaves are painted in an extraordinary pattern of dark green spots and markings on a lighter green background — resembling the scales of a rattlesnake in the most beautiful way possible. Flip a leaf over and discover rich purple undersides that glow in the light. And like all Calatheas, the Rattlesnake is a true prayer plant — folding its leaves upward at night and reopening them each morning in a gentle daily ritual that never loses its magic.,.

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🌿 Why Calathea 'Rattlesnake' is Extraordinary

  • Stunning Patterned Foliage — Dark green spots and markings on wavy lance-shaped leaves — nature’s own camouflage art.
  • Purple Undersides — Rich, deep purple leaf undersides that reveal themselves as leaves curl and move throughout the day.
  • Living Prayer Plant — Leaves fold upward at night and open again each morning — a mesmerizing daily movement.
  • Pet-Friendly — Non-toxic to cats and dogs. 🐾
  • Air-Purifying — Naturally filters indoor air pollutants.

🌱 Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Calathea lancifolia
  • Common Names: Rattlesnake Plant, Lanceleaf Calathea
  • Origin: Brazil
  • Mature Size: 18–30" tall indoors
  • Foliage: Long, wavy, lance-shaped; dark green patterned markings on light green, purple undersides

☀️ Care at a Glance

  • Light: Low to medium indirect light. Avoid direct sun which fades the stunning leaf patterns.
  • Water: Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Use filtered or distilled water — Calatheas are sensitive to chlorine and fluoride.
  • Humidity: Loves high humidity — 60%+ ideal. Perfect for bathrooms or near a humidifier.
  • Temperature: 65–85°F. Very sensitive to cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.
  • Fertilizer: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
🌿 Pro Tip: Always use filtered, distilled, or rainwater for your Rattlesnake Calathea — tap water minerals cause brown leaf tips and crispy edges. A small water filter or leaving tap water out overnight can make a big difference.

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