Calathea Picturata (6")

Calathea Picturata | 6” Pot
A Southern Gem with Striking Leaves and Gentle Charm

At Wrights Market, nestled in our 1938 cottage where family, love, and kindness grow as naturally as the garden blooms, the Calathea Picturata is a favorite for adding a touch of elegance and peaceful beauty to any room. Native to the tropical rainforests of South America, this plant has long been cherished for its bold, dark green leaves adorned with silver patterns—like brush strokes from a Southern artist.

Calatheas are known as the “prayer plants” because their leaves gently fold up at night, a graceful reminder to pause and rest—a perfect symbol for our values of care and community. Though the Picturata rarely blooms indoors, its vibrant foliage is the true star, bringing life and color to cozy corners and sunlit porches alike.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light—too much direct sun can fade those beautiful patterns

• Water: Keep soil moist but never soggy; loves a good drink and a little humidity

• Humidity: Thrives in higher humidity, just like a Southern summer afternoon

• Soil: Well-draining, rich potting mix

• Toxicity: Non-toxic, safe for homes with pets and children

Perfect Plant Partners:

• Ferns – for a soft, lacy contrast

• Philodendron – for added texture and leaf variety

• Peace Lily – to bring peaceful white blooms alongside the patterned leaves

Bring the lush, peaceful spirit of Southern living into your home with the Calathea Picturata—a plant that feels like family, grows with love, and makes every space feel a little warmer.