{"product_id":"rattlesnake-calathea-calathea-lancifolia","title":"Rattlesnake Calathea - Calathea lancifolia","description":"\u003cp\u003eRattlesnake Calathea (\u003cem\u003eCalathea lancifolia\u003c\/em\u003e) is a tall, slender calathea that grows 60cm to 75cm high and about 60cm wide. Long, lance shaped leaves with wavy edges are marked with a neat, symmetrical pattern of dark spots on deep green, and the undersides are purple. Mature, happy plants even send up small, sand coloured flowers at the foot of the stems that look like a rattlesnake tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpotted, wavy leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each long leaf carries a symmetrical pattern of spots and a wavy edge, so the plant has texture as well as colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurple undersides.\u003c\/strong\u003e The backs of the leaves are purple, which shows when the foliage moves and when you lift a leaf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA flower like a rattlesnake tail.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature plants produce small, sand coloured flowers at the base of the stems, a curiosity that adds interest to an already patterned plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight without bulk.\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender leaves reach 60cm to 75cm, so it fills a corner without spreading across the floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Calatheas are not considered toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded patio containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A tall pot stands up to the slender leaves and keeps them clear of the ground. Place it where it gets bright shade and no cold wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical underplanting.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost free gardens, plant 60cm apart under trees and tall shrubs for a flowing, spotted layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright room away from direct sun and cold draughts gives it the warmth and humidity it likes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Rattlesnake Calathea in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A shady spot with indirect sunlight. It likes warm, humid conditions, so it grows outdoors in tropical and subtropical gardens that never see frost. In cooler regions, keep it indoors or on a sheltered patio in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Moisture retaining soil or a good quality potting mix, with drainage so the roots do not sit in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during the first 12 weeks and regularly once established. Mist when the air is dry. Apply a slow release fertiliser once a year, and liquid feed every three months for vibrant, healthy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pruning is not required. Simply remove old leaves for a quick tidy up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Rattlesnake Calathea as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, in 140mm pots in packs of 10 and in 200mm pots in packs of 6. The potted packs give a fuller plant to start with, and tubes are the value choice for a shaded bed. Keep it warm and sheltered when it arrives, and avoid cold draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tube comes direct from our grower, who does not always have it. A sold out tube simply means none is ready today, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/calathea\"\u003eBrowse the calathea range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eMore tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003ePet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/calathea-care-guide-australia\"\u003eCalathea care guide for brown edges and curling\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tall does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRattlesnake Calathea reaches 60cm to 75cm tall and about 60cm wide, so it is one of the taller calatheas and suits a floor pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, when it is mature and happy. Small, sand coloured flowers appear at the foot of the stems and resemble a rattlesnake tail, though the leaves are the main feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat temperature does it like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm and humid. Keep it frost free and out of cold draughts, and mist the leaves regularly if the air is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790191984959,"sku":"CAL-LAN-tube","price":20.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67790192017727,"sku":"CAL-LAN-140MM-P10","price":201.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67790192050495,"sku":"CAL-LAN-200MM-P6","price":348.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/rattlesnake-calathea-calathea-lancifolia.jpg?v=1792195844","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/rattlesnake-calathea-calathea-lancifolia","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}