Calathea White Jade

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Calathea White Jade Plant Features

Among these cultivars there is usually a "feather ring" which is light-colored, white, or silver feathery oval inside the leaf margin. It varies in color, intensity, margins, and width. In some cultivars the ring has become a large silver center. Within this ring is often a colorful region of darker green bands forming as branches or laterals from the midrib. These we have termed as "brushstrokes" since they appear painted with irregular, squarish shapes. Many cultivars also have a red flush to these bands, the midrib, or the entire surface of the blade - but most intensely so in the new growth. Descriptions refer to the upper or above surface of the blade unless stated. The back of leaves is red or purple unless stated otherwise.

Calathea White Jade Growing Instructions

Grow calathea in medium to low light. This beautiful tropical doesn't like much sun on its leaves, so shield it from direct light to prevent sunburn. Water calathea enough to keep it moist, but not wet or saturated. This isn't a drought-tolerant houseplant, but it is relatively forgiving if you forget to water it from time to time. Extended periods of dryness can result in brown leaf tips or edges.

Like many tropical indoor plants, calathea prefers a spot with low to medium light and abundant humidity. If the air is too dry or the plant dries out too frequently, the leaf edges may turn brown and crispy.

Calathea is not recommended for human or animal consumption.

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