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Common Name: Calathea Lancifolia or Rattlesnake Plant
Scientific Name: Goeppertia insignis
-Care Recommendations By The Dude-
Best for These Animals: Small or medium sized reptiles and amphibians.
Bio Dude Substrates: TerraFlora, TerraFauna, some TerraFirma
Soil Depth: All soil depths with proper drainage.
Lighting: Low to medium indirect light. Placement directly beneath a heat or basking lamp may result in burnt leaves.
Humidity & Misting: 40%-100%, with higher humidity levels suggested for optimal growth.
Mature Plant Size & Root System: This beautiful tropical plant can produce leaves up to 18" long and the foliage actually moves via the plant's natural circadian rhythm! This plant, with age, will send out shoots, forming a tight clump of leaves. It has a shallow fibrous root system.
Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium: Too high temperatures/low humidity may cause leaves to brown. Best used as a front (low) groundcover, underplanting, or back (tall) planting if mature.
Edible & Side Effects if Ingested: Non-toxic if consumed, though these are typically used for ornamental, not edible, purposes.
Pot Size & Packaging: A single 4" potted calathea plant is shipped in the pot, wrapped in paper.
