Mini - Calathea Makoyana

pot size - 6cm

Calathea makoyana – Peacock Plant 🦚🌿

Calathea makoyana is celebrated for its feather-like leaf pattern, resembling the tail feathers of a peacock. Each leaf is a living canvas—light green with deep emerald markings, and a rich burgundy underside that adds dramatic contrast. A true tropical showpiece that thrives in lower-light, humid conditions.

Key Features:

✔ Beautifully patterned leaves with peacock-feather detailing
✔ Undersides are a deep plum purple, visible as leaves move
✔ Naturally air-purifying and non-toxic
✔ Grows in a clumping, upright form – perfect for decorative pots
✔ Moves slightly in response to light changes – a real living feature

Care Instructions:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light – tolerates lower light but avoid direct sun

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy – water when top 2–3cm are dry

• Humidity: Loves high humidity – mist often or use a humidifier

• Soil: Use a well-draining, peat-based mix with perlite or orchid bark

• Feeding: Fertilise monthly in spring and summer with a gentle, balanced feed

• Temperature: Thrives in 18–24°C – keep away from cold draughts

🌿 Tip: Use filtered or rainwater if your tap water is hard, as Calatheas are sensitive to chemicals and minerals.