Calathea lancifolia (Rattlesnake Plant) is a rhizomatous tropical evergreen perennial native to the rainforests of Brazil. It’s prized for its arching clumps of lance-shaped leaves, each up to 45 cm long, patterned with dark olive-green blotches on a pale green background and a vivid purple underside. Under indoor cultivation it typically reaches about 60–75 cm in height and spread, forming a lush, dynamic display as its leaves open by day and fold at night .
Key Features
Foliage Pattern: Long, wavy-edged leaves marked with alternating dark-green ovals on light green surfaces; deep purple undersides create striking two-tone contrast.
Size & Habit: Clump-forming evergreen, usually 2 ft (60 cm) tall × 2 ft wide; slow-to-moderate grower ideal for tabletop or floor containers.
Light Requirements: Thrives in bright, indirect light; tolerates low to medium light but may lose leaf-pattern contrast in deep shade.
Water & Humidity: Prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil and high humidity (60%+); sensitive to drought and chlorine in tap water—best watered with filtered or rainwater.
Temperature & Hardiness: Grows best at 65–80 °F (18–27 °C); winter-hardy only in USDA Zones 11–12, so commonly grown as a houseplant elsewhere.
Behavior: Exhibits nyctinasty—leaves open fully by day and fold upward at night (“prayer plant” movement).
Benefits: Non-toxic to pets and humans; also helps cleanse indoor air by filtering common pollutants.
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 lancifolia (Rattlesnake Plant) is a rhizomatous tropical evergreen perennial native to the rainforests of Brazil. It’s prized for its arching clumps of lance-shaped leaves, each up to 45 cm long, patterned with dark olive-green blotches on a pale green background and a vivid purple underside. Under indoor cultivation it typically reaches about 60–75 cm in height and spread, forming a lush, dynamic display as its leaves open by day and fold at night .
Key Features
Foliage Pattern: Long, wavy-edged leaves marked with alternating dark-green ovals on light green surfaces; deep purple undersides create striking two-tone contrast.
Size & Habit: Clump-forming evergreen, usually 2 ft (60 cm) tall × 2 ft wide; slow-to-moderate grower ideal for tabletop or floor containers.
Light Requirements: Thrives in bright, indirect light; tolerates low to medium light but may lose leaf-pattern contrast in deep shade.
Water & Humidity: Prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil and high humidity (60%+); sensitive to drought and chlorine in tap water—best watered with filtered or rainwater.
Temperature & Hardiness: Grows best at 65–80 °F (18–27 °C); winter-hardy only in USDA Zones 11–12, so commonly grown as a houseplant elsewhere.
Behavior: Exhibits nyctinasty—leaves open fully by day and fold upward at night (“prayer plant” movement).
Benefits: Non-toxic to pets and humans; also helps cleanse indoor air by filtering common pollutants.
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 low to medium indirect light. Keep the soil evenly moist and never let it dry out completely. High humidity is key for vibrant leaves.
