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Calathea Lancifolia 'Rattlesnake' - Various Sizes

Ed's Plant Shop  |  SKU: EDS00000580

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$29.99
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Description

Rattlesnake Calathea - Eye-Catching Foliage with Exotic Leaf Patterns

The Rattlesnake Calathea, renowned for its striking foliage and unique patterns, is an exceptional choice for any indoor plant collection. This plant features long, lance-shaped leaves with dark green markings that resemble the intricate patterns of a rattlesnake's skin, adding a touch of the exotic to your home. The underside of the leaves displays a rich purple hue, offering a beautiful contrast that enhances its visual appeal. Ideal for plant enthusiasts seeking to elevate their indoor garden, the Rattlesnake Calathea stands out with its dynamic and eye-catching appearance.


Rattlesnake Calathea Plant Profile:

  • Botanical Name: Calathea Lancifolia
  • Common Names: Rattlesnake Calathea, Calathea Plant
  • Family: Marantaceae
  • Native Range: Brazil

Rattlesnake Calathea Care Guide:

  • Light Preference: Flourishes in medium to bright, indirect light
  • Watering Frequency: Requires high moisture levels; maintain evenly moist, well-drained soil, allowing the surface to slightly dry between watering sessions. Opt for filtered tap water or rainwater to prevent sensitivity to hard water or additives.
  • Humidity Preference: Thrives in high humidity environments.
  • Temperature: Prefers warmth within the range of 60-85°F.
  • Soil Type: Flourishes in regular potting mix or peaty mix with slightly acidic, airy, and well-draining properties.
  • Pruning: Trim as needed to eliminate brown or dead foliage.
  • Feeding: Fertilize every couple of weeks with a diluted balanced fertilizer during the growing seasons of spring and summer.
  • Propagation: Propagate through root division.
  • Growth Habit: Exhibits an upright, bushy growth pattern, reaching heights of up to 2 feet; generally benefits from repotting every two years.
  • Toxicity: Non-toxic to humans and pets; exercise caution with children and pets around all plants.

Want More In-Depth Calathea Care Tips?

We've put together a comprehensive Calathea care guide chock full of watering tips, fertilization tricks and other troubleshooting advice. Head on over to our Advanced Calathea Care Guide here. 


Fun Fact: The Rattlesnake Calathea’s Leaves Move!

The Rattlesnake Calathea is part of the Marantaceae family, also known as “prayer plants.” This nickname comes from the plant’s nyctinastic movement—its leaves raise and lower in response to the light cycle. During the day, the leaves open wide to soak in indirect light, while at night, they fold upwards, resembling hands in prayer. This fascinating movement adds a dynamic, living quality to your indoor space.

From the Tropics: The History of the Rattlesnake Calathea

Native to the rainforests of Brazil, the Rattlesnake Calathea (Calathea lancifolia) thrives in warm, humid environments. It was first introduced to indoor gardeners for its striking, rattlesnake-like foliage and adaptability to lower light conditions. As part of the Marantaceae family, it shares traits with other prayer plants, making it a popular choice for those seeking a dramatic, yet easy-to-care-for, tropical plant.

Did you know that bottom watering is best for Calathea? Check our our guide on how to bottom water Calathea plants and more on comprehensive blog about bottom watering. 

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Shipping

    How do you ship your plants?

    We carefully package each plant with love by hand right from our shop in Brooklyn. Extra steps are taken to ensure that every leaf arrives in pristine shape by using polyfill and encapsulating the plant in a protective paper sleeve. The soil is also hydrated before shipping so that the plant has plenty of water for it's travel to your doorstep. We offer several shipping speeds, so please choose the one that you feel comfortable with depending on your location. 

    Will my plant look like the one on the website?

    Awesome question, we're glad you asked. Given the nature of our plant shop, we're constantly moving plants in and out of the shop, making it difficult and borderline impossible to keep an exact picture of each plant. In addition to the constantly rotating crop, we often grow in batches of 6, 12, or sometimes more! With this quantity we are unable to take a photo of each and every plant. The photos that we attach to each product listing is going to be of a plant that represents the average size and fullness of that set of plants. Some may be slightly larger or smaller, but in general, similar.

    Do you include heat packs with your plants?

    We offer Heat Packs for sale separately from the plants in 40, 60 and 72 hour increments. Please add a heat pack or two to your order if you live in an area where your order may be affected during transit by cold temperatures. We are not responsible for orders that are placed and damage is incurred to the plant if a heat pack is not purchased.

    Which heat pack should I choose?

    Heat packs come in three different increments, so please choose the appropriate hour increment depending on the speed of shipping that you choose during checkout. For example, if you choose a cheaper shipping option that will take longer, please select the 72 hour heat pack. If you've chosen a shorter method of shipping, the 40 or 60 hour increment would work! We like to encourage our customers to always get more than you need, just to be on the safe side!

    How long will it take to receive my order?

    Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days. Next day shipping is available on all domestic orders (for an additional charge). International shipping times depend on the products and destination (estimated at checkout).

    Do you offer express shipping?

    All orders are shipped 5-8 business days from the date it is placed. Please note that as a small plant shop, we do everything in our power to get orders out as fast as we can in the order that they come in. If you have circumstances that require expedited fulfillment, please connect with you and we can potentially offer options. 

    What countries do you ship to?

    We ship our selection of rare, healthy, and unique houseplants all across the United States including California. At this time, due to customs and agricultural limitations, we are unable to ship plants internationally from the United States.

    Returns and Refunds

    How do I return a product?

    Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

    How long will it take to receive my refund?

    Refunds are processed within 7 days from when we receive the item(s).

    What should I do if my plant arrives in poor shape? 

    In the extremely unlikely event that your plant arrives in less than perfect condition, you're covered by our 15-day plant health guarantee. Simply snap a photo of your plant and send it over to us. We'll happily take a peek and offer suggestions on how to perk it back up, offer a store credit, or send a replacement. We like to make it as easy as possible!

    Can I return or exchange a plant?

    At this time, we do not accept returns on plants. In extreme circumstances where a return of a plant is necessary, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and a refund will only be issued if the plant arrives back to us in living condition.