Peacock Plant
SUN |
The Peacock plant can tolerate low to bright and indirect light levels. They’ll enjoy placement at the interior of bright rooms or near north + east-facing windows, away from direct light. Their leaf pattern will grow bolder under brighter light and may fade/bleach under direct sunlight. |
WATER |
Keep soil consistently moist but not wet. Water well when the topsoil has dried 1-2 inches and use room temperature, non-tap water. Reduce frequency during fall and winter. |
AIR |
Mimic a tropical environment with temperatures between 65º-75º and a high moisture content. Most indoor air will require extra humidity in order for the Calathea to thrive. Provide a regular boost of humidity by:
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PET FRIENDLY |
Peacock Plants are safe for cats and dogs. |
AESTHETIC |
Peacock plants are part of the Calathea family and are native to tropical Brazil, where they grow low in shady areas of the rainforest floor. A healthy + happy Peacock plant will expand and move its leaves throughout the day to capture maximum light. Each leaf sports a cream center surrounded by a green border. Reaching from the center midrib are repeated patterns of stretched green ovals, resembling the pattern of a peacock bird’s feathers. At night when their leaves fold up, you’ll catch the red-purple undersides of theleaves. Indoors, these can grow up to 2 feet tall. |
HEALTH BENEFITS |
Active exposure to and care for plants has many proven wellbeing benefits, such as:
Calathea plants are excellent air purifiers. They cleanse the air of indoor toxins, produce oxygen, and their humidifying capabilities will help you sleep + breathe better. Keep their leaves free of dust for optimal photosynthesis and oxygen production. |
SPIRITUAL INTERPRETATIONS |
Calathea plants symbolize new beginnings. The daily act of expanding its leaves with the light reminds us to approach each day with a fresh heart and mind. Peacock plants make lovely gifts to mark the start of new chapters and life transitions. |
DIFFICULTY LEVEL |
Easy • Intermediate • Experienced |
WHAT’S INCLUDED |
Arriving to you in careful packaging:
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OUR RECS |
We recommend a ceramic planter with a drainage hole to provide ideal moisture balance for your Peacock Plant. When repotting, keep your plant in a planter of the same size or no more than 2 inches larger. Ideal soil amendments include combining coco coir, sand, and/or perlite with your standard potting mix. |