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ornamentalFamily: MarantaceaeGenus: CalatheaSpecies: lancifolia
Cultivar
Rattlesnake Plant
Calathea lancifolia
Calathea lancifolia features elongated, wavy-edged leaves that display a striking mosaic of dark green ovals against a light green background. The undersides of the foliage are a vibrant deep purple, adding dramatic contrast to any indoor space. This plant is a popular choice for collectors seeking foliage with unique patterns and a sophisticated tropical aesthetic.
The Rattlesnake Plant is a stunning tropical foliage favorite, celebrated for its long, slender leaves patterned with deep green spots and a rich purple underside.
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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 sun to prevent leaf scorch.
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; use filtered or distilled water if possible as they are sensitive to tap water chemicals.
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Mature size
18-30 inches 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 leaf coloration in bright, indirect light and thrives in high humidity environments.
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Climate note
Prefers consistent warmth; avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Flower / fruit
Occasionally produces small, inconspicuous yellow flowers, but primarily grown for its decorative 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 sun to prevent leaf scorch.
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Growth rate
Moderate
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Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid indoor plant fertilizer at half-strength during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Trim back any yellowing or damaged leaves at the base of the stem to maintain plant vigor.
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Care notes
Maintains best leaf coloration in bright, indirect light and thrives in high humidity 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
18-30 inches 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
Occasionally produces small, inconspicuous yellow flowers, but primarily grown for its decorative 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
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Temperature
Prefers consistent warmth; avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
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 soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; use filtered or distilled water if possible as they are sensitive to tap water chemicals.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains moisture while allowing for aeration.
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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
Excellent container plant; thrives in indoor pots with good drainage.
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Family
Marantaceae
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Foliage Look
Lance-shaped, wavy-edged, light and dark green marbled top, deep purple undersides.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves must be lance-shaped with distinct dark green spots on the upper surface and solid purple on the underside.
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Fruit Flower Look
Small, yellow, inconspicuous tubular flowers that are rarely seen in indoor culture.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flower production is rare and not a primary feature; focus on leaf texture and pattern accuracy.
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Growth Habit Rules
Should maintain an upright, clumping form; avoid depictions of vining or creeping growth.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, clumping tropical foliage plant with distinct patterned leaves and upright form.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Produces a clump of long, lance-shaped leaves held on upright stems, creating a full and architectural appearance.
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Morphology Rules
Maintain the distinct wavy leaf margin and the contrast between the green patterned top and purple bottom.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Rattlesnake Plant need? Provide bright, indirect light to keep the patterns vivid. Can I grow this in a pot? Yes, it thrives in well-draining containers indoors. Why are the leaf edges turning brown? This is often due to low humidity or use of tap water containing chlorine.
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Root Look
Healthy, fibrous root system appropriate for a starter plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, moist, rich, peat-based potting substrate.
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Starter Stage
Young starter plants feature several smaller leaves displaying the characteristic spot pattern and purple underside.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Compact growth with shorter leaf petioles; foliage begins to show the signature wavy margin as it matures.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow the Rattlesnake Plant. This is the Rattlesnake Plant, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let the Rattlesnake Plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the vibrant indoor foliage environment you want to create. Its defining feature is the beautiful, wavy-edged foliage marked with dark green spots and vibrant, deep purple undersides. Establish your starter plug in a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then move it to a final decorative container once it is established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Calathea Rattlesnake Plant Calathea lancifolia Foliage Plants Indoor Gardening Tropical Plants Agardeni Plant Care Houseplants Starter Plants
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Youtube Video Summary
The Rattlesnake Plant is a stunning tropical foliage choice known for its unique spotted patterns and deep purple leaf undersides. It makes a perfect addition to indoor plant collections looking for architectural and patterned interest.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing the Rattlesnake Plant Calathea lancifolia
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