- Colorful, Showy Foliage
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
- Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 12-24 inches
- Pet Safe
Originating from South America, the Makoyana Calathea or Cathedral window plant as it is sometimes known, is a truly stunning plant that will draw attention wherever it is placed. With showy oval-shaped foliage in shades of green, red and purple, the Makoyana Calathea will bring color and interest to any room. This houseplanit can be fussy about its growing conditions; however, get it right and you will not be disappointed.
Best Locations For Growing Makoyana Calathea
The Makoyana Calathea requires high humidity levels, which makes the humid atmosphere of a bathroom or kitchen ideal for growing it.
Makoyana Calathea Sunlight Requirements
This calathea plant requires bright, but diffused or indirect light to thrive. Be prepared to move it though as too much light can bleach the foliage.
Makoyana Calathea Care
Being native to warmer climates, the Makoyana Calathea prefers to be kept at a temperature between 65 to 85 °F and away from any cold drafts. Where possible, avoid watering this plant with tap water, as the chemical compounds within it may damage the beautiful foliage. Dry or crispy leaves can be removed by cutting at the base of the stem using a pair of sanitized and sharp scissors. Leaves can be dusted with a clean cloth to keep them looking their best.
Watering Makoyana Calathea
During the growing season, the Makoyana Calathea requires a free-draining soil that is kept moist, but not wet. If the top inch of soil is dry to the touch, then it is time to water, ideally using harvested rainwater. After watering, it is important to allow any excess water to drain away freely, as this will help prevent any root rot. Misting every other day will keep your Makoyana Calathea from drying out and increase humidity levels.
Feeding Makoyana Calathea
During the growing season from spring until the autumn, the Makoyana Calathea can be fed every four weeks with a balanced houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Makoyana Calathea Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: Yes |
| Kid Friendly: Yes |
| Air Purifier: Low |
| Habit: Upright |
| Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate |
| Mature Height: 12-24 inches |
| Mature Spread: 8-12 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Purple, Blue, Green |
| Flower Shade/Description: Purple to White |
| Fragrant: |
| Foliage Type: Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Pink, Red |
| Foliage Description: Variegated, Dark Green Stripes, Burgundy, Pink |
| Temperature: 60° - 75°F (16° - 24°C) |
| Humidity: >60% |
| Common Name: Makoyana Calathea |
| Other Name(s): Peacock Plant , Cathedral Windows |
| Scientific Name: Calathea makoyana |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Calathea_Makoyana-HP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations