Calathea Orbifolia: Care for the Silver Round-Leaf Beauty
Calathea orbifolia
Calathea Orbifolia care: tropical plant with large silver-striped round leaves. Loves high humidity and soft water, perfect for bright rooms.
Characteristics
Calathea Orbifolia is a tropical plant famous for its large round leaves striped with silver. It prefers bright indirect light, high humidity and soft water, never straight from the tap. The leaves lift at night, earning it the prayer plant name.
Practical tips
Water needs: medium — always check soil moisture before watering.
Prefers partial shade: provide the right light and rotate the plant for even growth.
Recommended soil: Light substrate rich in peat. Refresh the substrate every 1-2 years.
Dust the leaves with a damp cloth to support photosynthesis.
Feed during the growing season (spring-summer) and stop in winter.
