Q: My calathea is unhappy … browning leaf tips and poor growth overall. How can I help it improve? A: Welcome to the club. I’ve been in the same boat, along with many houseplant enthusiasts. Calathea ...

The calathea family comprises more than 300 cultivars, dozens of which are highly sought after as houseplants. Many calathea types boast bold, contrasting leaf veining that draws the eye and creates a ...

Calathea lanibracteata H. Kenn, and Calathea confusa H. Kenn., both endemic to Panama, are described as new. They share a similar habit, inflorescence and bract morphology with the closely related C.

RAPD and ISSR analysis was used to evaluate the genetic variation among 13 cultivars of Calathea across 11 species. In total, 262-marker loci were assessed; of which 252 were polymorphic revealing ...

Indoor plants are a great option for those who have little yard space for an outdoor garden. One houseplant in particular, calatheas, are grown for their stunning foliage. The top sides of the leaves ...

It’s natural to think of plants as stationary except when they’re animated by wind. But many species move a great deal on a daily basis. The most common examples are plants that fold their leaves at ...