Round-leaf calathea
Calathea orbifolia · Calatheas · Arrowroot family
Also known as: Orbifolia Prayer Plant · Goeppertia Orbifolia
Medium40–90cmPet-friendly
Round-leaf calathea care at a glance
Round-leaf calathea (Calathea orbifolia) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 16–21 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 16–21 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Round-leaf calathea
Common pests on Round-leaf calathea include Spider mites. Also possible: Mealybugs, Scale insects and Thrips. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Bacterial leaf spot. Round-leaf calathea is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Spider mites High
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Thrips Low
Disease
- Root rot High
- Bacterial leaf spot Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Round-leaf calathea
- Which pests affect Round-leaf calathea?
- Common pests on Round-leaf calathea include Spider mites. Also possible: Mealybugs, Scale insects and Thrips.
- Which diseases affect Round-leaf calathea?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Bacterial leaf spot.
- Is Round-leaf calathea toxic to cats and dogs?
- Round-leaf calathea is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Round-leaf calathea need?
- Round-leaf calathea has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Round-leaf calathea need?
- Round-leaf calathea prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Round-leaf calathea frost-hardy?
- Round-leaf calathea is not frost-hardy.