Calathea Rufibarba Plant (Velvet Calathea)
Rs. 499.00
Calathea Rufibarba Plant (Velvet Calathea)
Calathea Rufibarba Plant (Velvet Calathea)
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Product Specifications
Product Specifications
- Botanical name: Goeppertia rufibarba (syn. Calathea rufibarba)
- Placement: Indoor (bright indirect light)
- Care level: Moderate
- Light: Avoid direct sunlight; bright indirect light, especially in winter
- Temperature: Warm indoor temperatures; avoid cold drafts
- Pet safety: Generally considered non-toxic and pet-safe.
Velvet Calathea is a low-growing tropical foliage plant with narrow, wavy-edged leaves that have a soft velvety texture and reddish undersides. One of the more forgiving Calathea varieties.
Instructions
Instructions
- Watering: Water frequently, never letting soil fully dry; avoid wetting the leaves directly
- Light: Avoid direct sunlight; bright indirect light, especially in winter
- Soil: Rich, peat-based potting soil with excellent drainage
- Humidity: Prefers plenty of warmth and humidity; dry air often causes leaf browning
- Fertilizer: Weak liquid fertilizer through the growing season; reduce to monthly in winter
- Repotting: Spring, roughly every other year; can divide the plant to propagate
- Pruning: Remove faded or damaged leaves; watch for mealybugs and mites
Delivery Info
Delivery Info
- Every plant is quality-checked before dispatch and packed with root-ball wrapping and moisture lock for transit.
- Delivery timelines depend on your pin code, courier network and weather conditions — tracking is shared as soon as your order is dispatched.
- Live plants are covered by our 10-Day Plant Protection against transit damage.
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999; Cash on Delivery is available.
- Some remote pin codes may not be serviceable for live plant delivery — this is shown at checkout before you pay.
FAQs
FAQs
Is Calathea Rufibarba safe for pets?
Yes, it's generally considered non-toxic and pet-safe.
Why are the leaf edges browning?
This is most often caused by dry air - try raising humidity around the plant and keeping it away from heating or cooling vents.
Can this go in direct sun?
No - direct sunlight fades its leaf color and can cause blotching. Keep it in bright, indirect light instead.
Is this an easy Calathea to keep?
It's considered one of the more forgiving Calathea varieties, though it still needs consistent warmth and humidity to thrive long-term.
How do I water it correctly?
Keep the soil consistently moist without letting it dry out fully, and try to avoid splashing water directly onto the leaves.
From Sapling to you
See how we grow our plants with expert care and take every precaution to ensure they arrive healthy and thriving at your doorstep.
Step 01
The Foundation of Quality
Using tissue culture, we grow disease-free, superior plants in controlled environments.
Step 02
Nourishing the Roots
We craft a nutrient mix of cocopeat, manure, and perlite for optimal growth.
Step 03
Careful Planting for Growth
Step 03
Careful Planting for Growth
