The Calathea médaillon has depolluting properties and is not dangerous for our four-legged friends.
How do I care for my calathea?
It is important to clean their leaves regularly, the dust that settles on them can become an obstacle to photosynthesis. You must also tgo leaves that dry up, turn yellow or turn brown. Cut cleanly at the base of the stem using pruning shears. This essential maintenance gesture limits the appearance of insects and spiders.
How do I water my calathea?
It is best to water the Calathea when the surface of the pot begins to dry out. You can also water it sparingly regularly and keep the soil cool.These tropical plants do not like calcareous water, it is generally advisable to use distilled water or rainwater at room temperature to spray or hose them down. Tap water will not kill them but may cause a browning of the leaves on their tips. You can use liquid houseplant fertilizer, rich in trace elements in small doses from April to October .
When should I repot my calathea?
You can repot your Calathea if its roots are coming out well from the bottom of the pot, if they are starting to show through the top or if they are thick and tangled. You can use potting soil for green plants, and possibly lighten it up a bit with perlite.
How do I take cuttings for my calathea?
Calathea are rhizomatic plants, and therefore cannot be taken by cuttings. to use a knife to separate the plants.
Frequent problems
The leaves turn yellow, the tips of the leaves are yellow.
If your Calathea simply won't separate from its older, smaller leaves, it's likely caused by overwatering. Space your waterings a day or two apart and be careful not to let the bottom of the pot soak in water.
The leaves curl up on themselves. The tips of the leaves are brown.
This can be caused by too dry air or insufficient or irregular watering. To remedy this you can for example place your Calathea in a bathroom, or group it with other plants.
Our Calathea Medaillon is one of our medium plants for delivery throughout France!
Delivery and reception of your calathea
Have you just bought our plant or would you like to buy it? Here are the essential key actions to adopt upon receipt.
- If it's dry, bathe it for ten minutes.
- If it is wet, let the soil dry out.
- Don't repot it yet!
