Cigar Plant
Taxonomy
Calathea lutea
Calathea
Marantaceae
Zingiberales

How to care for Cigar Plant

How often to water your Cigar Plant

every 9
Cigar Plant needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
New Orleans, Louisiana
43% Low

Growing Cigar Plant in New Orleans right now
Plant growth potential is currently low 📉
January 29th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by “net radiation” in New Orleans is currently low 📉.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in deter…
Sunlight will increase by 22.3% ☀️
January 28th, 2023
New Orleans is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in New Orleans is expected to increase by 22.3% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 11.6 megajoules of energy …
Daylight will increase by 0.7 hours 📈
January 29th, 2023
This month, New Orleans is getting an average of 7.1 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 6.5% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.9 total hours of …
Finding light for Cigar Plant in your home

a window
Cigar Plant may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in New Orleans, Louisiana ⛅.

How to fertilize Cigar Plant

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 Cigar Plant after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
When to repot Cigar Plant
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ⏳
January 24th, 2023
The growing potential in New Orleans is low 📉.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to r…

Cigar Plant 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.
Sunlight Needs
Cigar Plant 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 🏡.
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
Cigar Plant doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Cigar Plant does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Cigar Plant 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!
Native Region
Cigar Plant is native to Tropical Americas.
Care Summary for Cigar Plant
Cigar Plant
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in New Orleans, Louisiana, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
