Furry Feather/Velvet Calathea
Plant Group
Marantaceae
Size (Can grow to)
Medium 20-50cm
Growth Habit
Upright, Shrub
Position
Bright Light
Watering
Medium
Description
The Calathea is a genus of plants belonging to the family Marantaceae. There are a large number of species in the genus. The Calathea is native to the Americas. The Calathea rufibarba or commonly called Furry Feather or Velvet Calathea has striking leaves are the attraction for tropical gardeners and indoor plant lovers as well. Calathea rufibarba has long, narrow deep green leaves with a deep purple underside. The Calathea rufibarba gets is common name from the furry or velvety feel of the underside of the leaf. Calatheas grow by means of a creeping rhizome. (They are not at all invasive). Your plant will expand quickly enough to fill a decorative pot or that shady area in your garden. Calatheas require bright indirect sunlight but are tolerant of lower light conditions, making them great indoor houseplants. Never allow roots to be soaked with standing water but they do enjoy continuous availability of water in their soil. Water often to obtain this condition (with perfect drainage). Reduce watering slightly in winter.
We also grow the Calathea rufibarba Furry Feather/Velvet Calathea in the Easy Care Range
Don't forget to check out the other varieties of Calathea's we grow in the Easy Care Range and the Decorative Indoor Range
