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Calathea anulque

Reviewed by: Kiersten Rankel | Last Updated: 11/05/2021

5.0 out of 5 (5 experiences)

Large, lush leaves

Fast grower

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Calathea anulque

Genus

Calathea

Family

Marantaceae

Order

Zingiberales

How to care for Calathea anulque

💦 Water

How often to water your Calathea anulque

Calathea anulque needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Calathea anulque in your home

Calathea anulque may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Calathea anulque in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Calathea anulque

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Calathea anulque: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Calathea anulque after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Calathea anulque prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Calathea anulque may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

💨 Humidity

Calathea anulque prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Calathea anulque Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Calathea anulque is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Calathea anulque →

When and How to Successfully Repot Calathea anulque →

💩 Fertilizer

Calathea anulque should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Calathea anulque →

🌎 Native Region

Calathea anulque is native to Tropical Americas.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

Care Summary for Calathea anulque

Calathea anulque

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Large, lush leaves 4

Fast grower 2

Browns easily 2

Easy to propagate 1

Survivor 1

@@MothGoblin

99 Plants

8,983 XP

Dorset, England

11/08/2021

My first calathea. Easy to propagate by division, forgiving & great company. Yup, I said company! Listening to her leaves brush the wall & other plants as she goes to sleep at night made me feel less alone during the UK Covid lockdowns. My favourite plant child!

Large, lush leaves

Fast grower

Easy to propagate

Calathea anulque plant photo by @MothGoblin named Annie Anulque on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Annphibius

3 Plants

157 XP

10/01/2021

Kinda tricky to take care of if you live in a dry place like me (SoCal). But has a lot of personality. I love how the leaves raise at the end of the day/during the night!

Browns easily

Survivor

Large, lush leaves

Calathea anulque plant photo by @Annphibius named Calathea on Greg, the plant care app.

@@ikittykatkatya

1 Plants

55 XP

06/09/2021

Absolutely stunning centre piece plant, but browns easily so watch out for that 💖

Calathea anulque plant photo by @ikittykatkatya named Angrboda on Greg, the plant care app.

@@jessjc_

18 Plants

534 XP

San Diego, CA

05/17/2021

my favorite calathea i own, she was my first ‘high maintenance’ plant and she took a beating when i was figuring her out just to continuously explode with 4-6 new leaves a week. not to mention, my cats completely chewed on half the leaves and she didn’t skip a beat. we love her.
- keep humidity above 50%
- water when almost dry
- medium/bright indirect light
easy as pie

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves