Rattlesnake Calathea Indoor Plant with Reptilian Leaf Patterns and Plum Undersides That Rise at Night
Rattlesnake Calathea Indoor Plant with Reptilian Leaf Patterns and Plum Undersides That Rise at Night
Rattlesnake Calathea brings patterned greenery into your home, pairing reptilian leaf markings with lush green brushstrokes and plum-colored undersides. Its contrasting foliage makes it a distinctive choice for a plant display or a housewarming gift.
Native to the Amazonian jungles of South America, this member of the Marantaceae family belongs to the group known as prayer plants. Its leaves rise at night and lower throughout the day, bringing a changing silhouette to your indoor greenery.
Features
- Reptilian leaf patterns add visual detail to an indoor plant display.
- Green upper leaf surfaces contrast with plum-colored undersides.
- Daily leaf movement changes the plant's silhouette from day to night.
- A member of the Marantaceae family of prayer plants.
Specifications
- Plant: Rattlesnake Calathea
- Plant family: Marantaceae
- Native region: Amazonian jungles of South America
- Upper leaf appearance: Green brushstrokes with a reptilian pattern
- Leaf underside: Plum
- Leaf movement: Upwards at night and downwards throughout the day
Frequently Asked Questions
What gives Rattlesnake Calathea its distinctive appearance?
Rattlesnake Calathea has reptilian patterns and green brushstrokes on its leaves, with plum-colored undersides that provide a contrasting finish.
Do Rattlesnake Calathea leaves move during the day?
Yes. Rattlesnake Calathea leaves rise at night and lower throughout the day as part of the plant's daily wake-and-sleep cycle.
Is Rattlesnake Calathea a prayer plant?
Yes. Rattlesnake Calathea belongs to the Marantaceae family, whose members are known as prayer plants for their daily leaf movements.