truncate calathea
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A tender, clump-forming perennial with glossy, oblong leaves to 20cm long. The leaves are mid-green with feathery, dark green markings, the undersides are purple
Scientific classification
- Species
- truncate calathea (Goeppertia truncata)
- Genus
- Goeppertia
- Family
- Marantaceae
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- Toxicity
- Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of truncate calathea
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of truncate calathea
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truncate calathea care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in late spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in houseplant compost with bright indirect or filtered light. Provide high humidity and draught-free conditions. Water moderately when in growth and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; keep just moist in winter. Topdress annually and repot every 2-3 years. See houseplant cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to glasshouse whitefly and glasshouse red spider mite
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