Calathea leopardina (17cm pot)

Calathea leopardina (17cm pot)Distinctive bright green leaves with deeper green markings are held proudly on strong upright stems. With its wonderful animal print appearance, this plant is a real eye catcher. The Calathea genus contains some of the most recognisable houseplants which can also be identified under the Geoppertia genus. These plants can be found natively across the tropical rainforests of South America. Calathea are part of the Marantaceae family which are known for

Its tuberous rhizomes store water and nutrients

desks and smaller spaces

Produces beautiful pink hanging flowers

Pinch out flower buds which weaken the show of leaves

Supplied with a 140 metre (250g) ball of natural jute twine

'Metallica' is one of our all-time favourite Sansevieria

as this is the most common cause of issues

upright leaves in a soft silver-green tone

A stunning ornamental Fishbone Cactus with funky foliage

Calatheas are known for their rhythmic leaf movement — gently raising and lowering their leaves from day to night in response to light

They can grow up to 4m tall

but don’t let them scorch in the summer