Calathea Freddie – Plant
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Original price was: ₹ 648.00.₹ 455.00Current price is: ₹ 455.00.
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The Calathea Freddie (Calathea concinna) is a stunning tropical plant known for its light green, delicate leaves with darker green stripes that resemble brushstrokes. This elegant plant, part of the “prayer plant” family, offers a lively addition to indoor spaces, with leaves that move up and down throughout the day in response to light—a behavior known as nyctinasty. Calathea Freddie is particularly loved for its easygoing care needs and striking foliage, making it a favorite for plant enthusiasts of all levels.
Beyond its beautiful appearance, Calathea Freddie also serves as a natural air purifier, adding a touch of fresh, clean air to your home while requiring minimal care. This low-maintenance beauty is a wonderful choice for indoor areas with indirect light, and its non-toxic nature makes it safe for pets and children.
Key Features:
- Distinctive Foliage: Light green leaves with artistic dark green stripes.
- Low to Medium Light Tolerance: Thrives in low to medium indirect light, perfect for indoor environments.
- Air Purifying: Helps purify indoor air, creating a healthier living space.
- Pet-Friendly: Safe for households with pets, as it’s non-toxic to cats and dogs.
- Compact Size: Ideal for desks, shelves, or as part of an indoor plant collection.
Care Instructions for Calathea Freddie
To keep your Calathea Freddie looking its best, follow these care guidelines:
- Light Requirements: Prefers medium to low indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can cause leaf burn and fade the distinctive stripes. Calathea Freddie is well-suited for indoor spaces with filtered light.
- Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist, watering when the top inch of soil feels dry. For best results, use room-temperature, filtered water to prevent mineral buildup that can lead to brown leaf tips.
- Humidity: Thrives in high humidity levels above 60%. Use a humidifier, mist the plant regularly, or place it near other plants to maintain the humidity levels it needs.
- Temperature: Ideal temperature range is 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C). Keep it away from cold drafts, AC vents, and sudden temperature changes, as these can stress the plant.
- Soil: A well-draining, peat-based potting mix is best for Calathea Freddie. Add perlite or orchid bark for added aeration and drainage, ensuring the soil retains moisture without becoming waterlogged.
- Fertilizing: Feed once a month during spring and summer with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing in winter, as the plant’s growth rate slows down.
- Pruning: Prune any yellow or damaged leaves to encourage healthy growth and maintain the plant’s shape. This helps keep your Calathea Freddie looking vibrant and lush.
- Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant outgrows its current pot. Use a slightly larger pot with drainage holes to accommodate root growth and prevent water stagnation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can Calathea Freddie grow in low light?
A: Yes, Calathea Freddie is well-suited to low to medium indirect light but performs best with bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch its leaves.
Q: How often should I water my Calathea Freddie?
A: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, keeping the soil consistently moist. Be careful not to overwater, as soggy soil can lead to root rot.
Q: What type of soil is best for Calathea Freddie?
A: A well-draining, peat-based potting mix is ideal. Adding perlite or orchid bark can help retain the right amount of moisture while ensuring good drainage.
Q: Is Calathea Freddie safe for pets?
A: Yes, Calathea Freddie is non-toxic to pets and safe for homes with cats, dogs, and children.
Q: Does Calathea Freddie require high humidity?
A: Yes, high humidity (above 60%) is essential for healthy growth. Use a humidifier, mist regularly, or place the plant in a naturally humid area of your home, like a bathroom.
Q: Why are the leaves on my Calathea Freddie curling?
A: Leaf curling can be due to underwatering, low humidity, or exposure to chemicals in tap water. Try using filtered water, increasing humidity, and ensuring a consistent watering schedule to avoid these issues.
Q: Can Calathea Freddie be placed outdoors?
A: Calathea Freddie can thrive outdoors in warm, humid environments with indirect light. However, it’s best suited for indoor environments where temperature and humidity can be controlled.
Q: How can I enhance the color of my Calathea Freddie’s leaves?
A: Providing bright, indirect light, consistent watering, and high humidity will help maintain its color. Regularly wiping the leaves gently with a damp cloth can also remove dust, keeping the foliage vibrant.
| sun | Indirect sunlight |
|---|---|
| water | Once a week |
| soil | Well Drained |
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The plants may look a little dull due to transit stress. Exposure to the sun and proper watering will restore the plants to their natural health.
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