1-3 Plants per 5x7cm Tissue Culture Cup

Calathea zebrina, also known as the Zebra Plant, stands out with its bold and luxurious foliage. Each broad, velvety leaf displays a vivid, deep green background with striking, dark green, zebra-like stripes running down its length, creating a lush, jungle-like appearance. The undersides of the leaves offer a softer, purplish tint that adds a subtle contrast to its dramatic, striped top.

These tissue culture plants come in a 5 x 7 cm cup, with young leaves already beginning to show the signature zebra pattern. As Calathea zebrina matures, its leaves become larger and even more vibrant, making it a captivating focal point in any indoor plant collection.

Perfect for terrariums, vivariums, or humid indoor environments, Calathea's is a natural air purifier, improving indoor air quality while offering a beautiful, dynamic aesthetic. Its unique “prayer” movement, where the leaves fold up in the evening and unfurl with morning light, adds a fascinating touch to its appeal.

Planting and Hardening Tips:

1. Planting: Gently remove plants from the tissue culture cup, rinsing off any remaining gel with clean water. Plant in a well-draining, moisture-retentive potting mix—ideally peat-based with added perlite.
2. Hardening: Keep plants in a covered environment or humidity dome initially, gradually introducing them to open-air conditions over 1-2 weeks. Begin by lifting the cover slightly each day, allowing the plants to adapt to lower humidity levels.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but will tolerate lower light conditions.
• Water: Maintain consistently moist soil without overwatering.
• Humidity: Thrives in high humidity; mist regularly or keep near a humidifier for best results.
• Temperature: Optimal range between 18–24°C; avoid cold drafts and temperature fluctuations.

Begin your journey and watch as these vibrant, young plants grow into a stunning addition to your indoor oasis, creating a calming, natural atmosphere with their gentle movements and lush foliage.