The calathea family comprises more than 300 cultivars, dozens of which are highly sought after as houseplants. Many calathea types boast bold, contrasting leaf veining that draws the eye and creates a ...

Who needs a green houseplant when you can have one with splashes of cream, pink and silver leaves with purple undersides? Calathea, also known as peacock plant for its showy foliage, is a beautiful, ...

Fall is incoming and many of us are starting turn our homes into cozy retreats for the colder months. Alongside beautiful blankets and delicious-smelling candles, houseplants can also play a role in ...

As an avid houseplant collector, I'm the first to admit I've had plant failures. It's all part of the learning process. However, there is one tricky houseplant I regret buying: pin-stripe calathea, or ...

10:43, Wed, Dec 24, 2025 Updated: 11:17, Wed, Dec 24, 2025 Calathea, also known as a prayer plant, can be recognised by its light green leaves patterned with dark green. During the day, they lower ...