Calathea Freddie – Starter TC Plant - Ethereal DNA

The Calathea genus, native to the tropical rainforests of South America, is celebrated for its stunning nyctinastic movement where leaves fold up at night like hands in prayer. This Calathea freddie mirabilis, grown via advanced tissue culture by Ethereal DNA, boasts remarkable light green leaves painted with elegant dark green stripes. Perfect for intermediate collectors, it introduces a dynamic, living art piece into any indoor landscape.

🌟 Overview

• Botanical Name: Goeppertia concinna (syn. Calathea freddie)
• Common Name: Calathea Freddie, Prayer Plant
• Starter Size: Jiffy Sized (Tissue Culture)

☀️ Light Requirements

Thrives in bright, indirect light. Avoid exposing its delicate foliage to direct sunlight, which can scorch the beautiful leaf patterns.

💧 Water Requirements

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Calatheas are highly sensitive to tap water chemicals, so distilled, filtered, or rainwater is highly recommended.

📏 Size & Growth

This tissue culture plug is Jiffy-sized, typically measuring 10-15 cm in height. With proper care, it will grow into a lush, compact foliage clump of 30-45 cm.

🌍 Origin & Characteristics

Hailing from the humid understories of Brazilian rainforests, this plant is cultivated via sterile tissue culture. This ensures robust root development, superior disease resistance, and optimal genetic purity.

📇 Toxicity & Safety Warning

Excellent news for pet owners: Calathea Freddie is completely non-toxic and pet-safe for both cats and dogs.

🙋 Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why are my Calathea's leaves curling?
A: Leaf curling is often a sign of underwatering or low humidity. Boost humidity levels or mist the plant to correct this.

Q: What is tissue culture?
A: Tissue culture is a micropropagation method using sterile laboratory conditions to produce highly resilient, disease-free clones of the parent plant.

Q: How fast does this Jiffy-sized plant grow?
A: Calatheas are moderate growers. Once established in a warm, humid environment, they will begin pushing out new leaves every few weeks.