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Calathea picturata 'Argentea'

5.0 out of 5 (4 experiences)

Large, lush leaves

Fast grower

About Calathea picturata 'Argentea'

Many of the houseplants we used to know as Calatheas now belong to the genus Goeppertia (say that three times fast). These plants have delightfully patterned leaves that come in all sorts of colors and shapes! Commonly known as prayer plants, the leaves of some species fold up at night through a process called nyctinasty meaning night movement! 😴

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Goeppertia picturata 'Argentea'

Genus

Goeppertia

Family

Marantaceae

Order

Zingiberales

Also known as

Calathea picturata 'Argentea'

How to care for Calathea picturata 'Argentea'

💦 Water

How often to water your Calathea picturata 'Argentea'

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' 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 picturata 'Argentea' in your home

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' 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 picturata 'Argentea' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Calathea picturata 'Argentea'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Calathea picturata 'Argentea': 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 picturata 'Argentea' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' 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 picturata 'Argentea' 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

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

💨 Humidity

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' 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.

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🪴 Soil

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' 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.

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When and How to Successfully Repot Calathea picturata 'Argentea' →

💩 Fertilizer

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' 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!

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🌎 Native Region

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' is native to Tropical Americas.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Calathea picturata 'Argentea' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Calathea picturata 'Argentea', since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 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 picturata 'Argentea'

Calathea picturata 'Argentea'

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 2

Fast grower 2

Browns easily 1

@@BJoyce

57 Plants

10,343 XP

Orlando, FL

12/21/2021

She hates me but I love her

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' plant photo by @BJoyce named Luna on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Megan

29 Plants

14,740 XP

Washington, DC

11/24/2021

A little bit dramatic. On the more dramatic side for calathea, but beautiful leaves when it’s happy.

Large, lush leaves

Calathea picturata 'Argentea' plant photo by @Megan named Your plant on Greg, the plant care app.

@@phantasmagoria

5 Plants

103 XP

Prague

07/10/2021

Need for high humidity level and enough of indirect sun light. She doesn’t like to be bottom-watered and prefers her soil constantly moist. Rain-water is the best choice to use.

Browns easily

Fast grower