6" Calathea Jungle Cat calathea Epiphytic in nature

Epiphytic in nature

dusts the surface as a protective layer

Lowest leaves will gently fall away to leave behind somewhat thin

The whole plant looks like a flock of exotic birds of paradise taking off from the pot

6" Calathea Jungle Cat calathea Epiphytic in natureLittle Jungle Cat grows about 12" high, like most Calatheas. Wide oval leaves are painted in wild colors like a tropical bird's feather. Softly waved and ruffled leaves start with jade green, topped with paired deep green slashes pointing to a wide, soft, minty green middle, and a jaggedy oval line scratched on. Red stems and bright red undersides of the foliage show up in the rolled up new leaves and when the leaves close the day in nighttime