Meet the Calathea Makoyana, often called the Peacock Plant – a true masterpiece of nature that brings the lush, artistic beauty of the tropics right into your home. With its stunning oval leaves featuring a captivating pattern of dark green feathered ovals and deep pinkish-red undersides, this plant earned its name by resembling the magnificent display of a peacock's tail.
Like its prayer plant relatives, the Peacock Plant is known for its graceful daily movement. In the evening, its leaves gently rise as if closing for the night, and with the morning light, they open wide to showcase their spectacular patterns. This living performance adds a dynamic, ever-changing element to your interior decor.
Thriving in medium to bright indirect light, the Calathea Makoyana is perfect for well-lit bathrooms, kitchens, or living areas where it can benefit from ambient humidity. It’s not just a pretty face—this plant is also a natural air purifier, working to clean the air in your home.
Key Features:
Breathtaking Foliage: Delicate, almost translucent leaves with intricate peacock-like patterns in shades of green, cream, and pink.
Dynamic Movement: Exhibits classic prayer plant behavior, with leaves that move in response to light changes.
Pet-Safe: Completely non-toxic, making it a worry-free choice for homes with cats or dogs.
Air-Cleaning Abilities: Helps remove common household toxins from the air.
Adaptable to Indoor Conditions: Does well in typical home environments with proper care.
Care Guide:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate medium indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight which can fade its beautiful patterns.
Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Use filtered, distilled, or rainwater to prevent brown leaf edges.
Humidity: Enjoys high humidity. Regular misting, a pebble tray, or placement in a naturally humid room will keep it happy.
Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). Protect from drafts and sudden temperature changes.
