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ornamentalFamily: MarantaceaeGenus: Calathea
Cultivar
Calathea Burle-Marxii
Calathea
This tropical favorite is prized for its attractive, oval-shaped leaves featuring subtle, wavy patterns that add texture and visual interest to indoor spaces. It grows in an elegant, clumping form that thrives in warm, humid conditions with moderate light. Perfect for interior enthusiasts, this plant brings a touch of tropical beauty to shelves and tabletops.
Calathea burle-marxii is a striking tropical foliage plant known for its beautiful, patterned leaves and graceful clumping habit. It makes an excellent addition to any indoor collection seeking lush, ornamental greenery.
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Plant Detail
A closer look at the fruit, flower, foliage, or mature defining characteristics of this cultivar.
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Repotting / Start Growing
Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sunlight which can scorch the foliage.
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Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; use distilled or filtered water if possible as Calathea are sensitive to tap water chemicals.
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Mature size
12-24 inches tall and wide
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Hardiness
11-12; typically grown as a houseplant in most regions
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Maintain consistent humidity levels to prevent leaf edges from browning, which is common in dry indoor environments.
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Climate note
Prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit; keep away from cold drafts and heating vents.
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Flower / fruit
Occasionally produces small, inconspicuous flowers, but is primarily grown for its ornamental foliage.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sunlight which can scorch the foliage.
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Growth rate
moderate
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half-strength once per month during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Remove yellow or brown leaves at the base to maintain plant health and appearance.
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Care notes
Maintain consistent humidity levels to prevent leaf edges from browning, which is common in dry indoor environments.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
12-24 inches tall and wide
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Spacing
12-18 inches
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Occasionally produces small, inconspicuous flowers, but is primarily grown for its ornamental foliage.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
11-12; typically grown as a houseplant in most regions
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Temperature
Prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit; keep away from cold drafts and heating vents.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; use distilled or filtered water if possible as Calathea are sensitive to tap water chemicals.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains moisture while preventing compaction.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.0
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Ideal for containers; ensure the pot has drainage holes and is not oversized to prevent soil waterlogging.
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Family
Marantaceae
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Foliage Look
Deep green, oval, textured foliage with wavy, banded patterns.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are oval with a characteristic wavy surface and specific banding pattern; do not use exaggerated colors.
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Fruit Flower Look
Small, infrequent, inconspicuous bloom.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are rarely seen and should not be featured as a primary characteristic on starter plants.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain a clumping structure; avoid drawing the plant as a vine or trailing species.
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Mature Plant Look
Lush, dense, clumping ornamental plant with wavy, patterned foliage.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Dense, clumping form with multiple stems; mature leaves display distinct wavy patterns and deep green coloration.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure the plant reflects a compact, clumping tropical habit appropriate for a container-grown houseplant.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does Calathea burle-marxii need? It thrives in bright, indirect light. Is this plant safe for pets? It is generally considered non-toxic. How often should I water my Calathea? Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy.
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Root Look
Healthy white roots visible within the plug structure.
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Soil Look
Dark, rich, well-draining, moist potting medium.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plant with a few developing leaves emerging from the base.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Soft, emerging foliage; small root mass established in a starter plug tray.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Calathea burle-marxii. This is Calathea burle-marxii, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Calathea burle-marxii become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor tropical environment you want to create. Focus on the stunning, wavy leaves that give this plant its unique texture and refined appearance in any room. Establish your starter by potting it into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then move it to its final container when it matures. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the elegance of Calathea burle-marxii, a stunning tropical foliage plant for your home. This video covers its lush clumping habit and essential care for a vibrant indoor environment.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Calathea burle-marxii: Tropical Foliage Basics
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