Calathea 'Elgergrass' is a striking indoor houseplant which produce pale green narrow leaves. Most of the steam are in a vibrant shade of red and like most of the Calathea species, this plant goes to sleep every night by rolling its leaves into and upright position. These plants can grow to an impressive 80cm in height and is a air purifying plant!
Elger Grass Care
Calathea Rufibarba 'elgergrass'
What is the plant
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Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Part Sun
Temperature
18°C - 24°C
Hardiness zone
10 - 11
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out half way down between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.
Fertilizer
Apply a weak dose of a nitrogen rich foliage fertiliser once or twice a month during the growing season.
Sunlight
Thrives in medium to bright indirect light, but can tolerate low indirect light.
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Soil
Well drained
Temperature
65°F-85°F (18°C-30°C). It’s best not to let it go below 60°F (15°C).
Popularity
241 people already have this plant 64 people have added this plant to their wishlists
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