Genus of about 300 species of evergreen, rhizomatous perennials found in humid forest margins in tropical Central and South America, and the West Indies. The Calateas are grown for their ornately leaves, but there is an exception. Calathea crocata has quite plain foliage and is bought fot its display of erect orange-red flowers. The Calatheas are very difficult to care for. In expert hands they can be grown as uncovered specimens but they are much more suitable for the terrarium or bottle garden.
Average warmth.Good indirect light is the proper location - an east- or north-facing windowsill is ideal. Grow in soilless or soil-based potting mix.
Compost must be kept moist at all times and never allowd to dry out. Misting is necessary.
The simplest way is to devide the plant in early spring.
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