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ornamentalFamily: MarantaceaeGenus: Calathea
Cultivar
Calathea Lubbersii
Calathea
This beautiful tropical plant adds visual interest to indoor spaces with its distinct green foliage splashed with creamy yellow or white markings. Thriving in moderate to low light, it makes an excellent addition to container collections. Its clumping, upright habit provides a sophisticated look that pairs well with other humidity-loving tropical plants.
Calathea lubbersii is a striking tropical foliage plant known for its unique, irregular cream-colored variegation on elegant, lance-shaped leaves.
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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; thrives in shaded indoor spots.
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Water
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged; high humidity is essential for leaf health.
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Mature size
1-2 feet tall and wide
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Hardiness
11-12
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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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Growing note
Maintains best variegation in bright, indirect light; keep away from direct sun to prevent leaf scorching.
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Climate note
Prefers temperatures between 65-80°F; sensitive to cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.
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Flower / fruit
Grown primarily for its foliage; flowering is rare in indoor container settings.
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; thrives in shaded indoor spots.
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Growth rate
moderate
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer at half-strength during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Remove faded or damaged leaves at the base of the stem to encourage healthy new growth.
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Care notes
Maintains best variegation in bright, indirect light; keep away from direct sun to prevent leaf scorching.
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
1-2 feet tall and wide
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Spacing
18-24 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
Grown primarily for its foliage; flowering is rare in indoor container settings.
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
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Temperature
Prefers temperatures between 65-80°F; sensitive to cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.
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 consistently moist but not waterlogged; high humidity is essential for leaf health.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains some moisture.
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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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Container Growing
Perfect for indoor containers; ensure the pot has drainage holes and is not overly large for the root system.
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Family
Marantaceae
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Foliage Look
Lush, variegated green and cream, lance-shaped leaves.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are lance-shaped, green with irregular cream or light yellow splotches or stripes.
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Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable for primary ornamental display.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are infrequent and not the focus of this plant's ornamental value.
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Growth Habit Rules
Preserve the clumping, upright form; do not depict as a trailing or vining plant.
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Mature Plant Look
An elegant, upright, clumping tropical plant with high-contrast variegated leaves.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Upright, clumping stems supporting broad, lanceolate leaves with contrasting variegation.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure leaves appear clean and moisture-retaining, typical of tropical Marantaceae.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does Calathea lubbersii need? It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept out of harsh, direct sun. Is Calathea lubbersii difficult to grow? It requires consistent moisture and high humidity, making it ideal for bathrooms or spaces with regular misting. Can I grow this plant in a container? Yes, it is an excellent choice for indoor containers with well-draining soil.
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Root Look
Healthy white to light brown roots typical of nursery propagation plugs.
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Soil Look
Dark, damp, peat-rich professional potting mix.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plant with a few leaves showing emerging variegation patterns.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young, lance-shaped leaves with distinct, developing creamy-yellow streaks.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Calathea lubbersii. This is Calathea lubbersii, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Calathea lubbersii become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the indoor tropical environment you want to create. This beautiful plant features striking lance-shaped leaves with unique cream-colored variegation that brings life to any room. Establish your starter plug in a 4 inch pot with a well-draining mix, and later move it to an appropriate final container. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the beauty of Calathea lubbersii, a stunning tropical foliage plant known for its vibrant cream and green variegated leaves. Perfect for indoor container collections, this plant adds elegant color to any shaded spot.
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Youtube Video Title
How to Grow Calathea lubbersii Tropical Foliage
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