Calathea Rufibarba (Furry Feather/Velvet Calathea) is a elegant prayer plant with long, wavy leaves and softly fuzzy stems—grown for its texture as much as its color.
Foliage: Narrow, lance-shaped leaves; deep green tops with burgundy undersides; fine velvet hairs on leaves/petioles.
Movement: Nyctinastic—leaves lift at night and lower by day.
Size & habit: Clumping; typically 1.5–3 ft tall indoors.
Light: Bright, indirect light; protect from direct sun.
Water: Keep evenly moist (not soggy); prefers filtered/distilled or rainwater.
Humidity & temp: Thrives at 50–60%+ RH and 65–85°F; edges brown if too dry.
Soil & feeding: Light, well-draining mix (potting soil + perlite/bark); feed lightly in spring–summer.
Pet friendly: Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
All plants come with a regular black nursery pot
Please note: The images shown are for illustrative purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate representations, the actual product you receive may differ slightly in appearance due to variations in stock or natural characteristics.
Calathea Rufibarba (Furry Feather/Velvet Calathea) is a elegant prayer plant with long, wavy leaves and softly fuzzy stems—grown for its texture as much as its color.
Foliage: Narrow, lance-shaped leaves; deep green tops with burgundy undersides; fine velvet hairs on leaves/petioles.
Movement: Nyctinastic—leaves lift at night and lower by day.
Size & habit: Clumping; typically 1.5–3 ft tall indoors.
Light: Bright, indirect light; protect from direct sun.
Water: Keep evenly moist (not soggy); prefers filtered/distilled or rainwater.
Humidity & temp: Thrives at 50–60%+ RH and 65–85°F; edges brown if too dry.
Soil & feeding: Light, well-draining mix (potting soil + perlite/bark); feed lightly in spring–summer.
Pet friendly: Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
All plants come with a regular black nursery pot
Please note: The images shown are for illustrative purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate representations, the actual product you receive may differ slightly in appearance due to variations in stock or natural characteristics.
Care Tips:
Prefers medium to low indirect light. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Loves high humidity — a humidifier nearby can help it thrive.
