LJ Nursery
Calathea Makoyana – Peacock Plant – Tropical Pet-Safe Houseplant with Patterned Leaves
$21.50
Unit price perEstimated delivery between July 31 and August 02.
In stock - Ready to be shipped
Best for: Plant gifts, shelves, desks, and bright indoor spaces
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Light
- Medium to bright indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun
- Water
- Keep evenly moist with good drainage; prefers higher humidity
- Pot size
- 4 inch, 6 inch, 8 inch
Florida-grown by L&J Nursery. Father-and-son growers since 2008.
- Ships across 49 states
- Healthy Arrival Guarantee
- Weather holds protect live plants
Live plant packed for healthy arrival; protect from temperature extremes after delivery
Shipping rates and live plant guarantee
Shipping is based on total cart weight, not a separate full shipping charge per plant.
| 0-1 lb | $5 |
|---|---|
| 1-5 lb | $15 |
| 5-10 lb | $20 |
| 10+ lb | $30 |
Open your package promptly. If there is significant shipping damage, contact us within 48 hours with photos so we can review and help.
The Calathea Makoyana, also known as the Peacock Plant, is one of the most striking tropical houseplants, celebrated for its ornate, feather-like leaf patterns in shades of green, cream, and purple. Each leaf looks hand-painted, featuring deep green ovals over a pale green background with a rich burgundy underside — a true living piece of art.
Native to Brazil, the Calathea Makoyana is part of the “Prayer Plant” family, known for its leaves that rise and fold throughout the day and night. It thrives in bright, indirect light and enjoys high humidity, making it perfect for living rooms, offices, or tropical-themed indoor spaces. Pet-safe and non-toxic, it’s ideal for homes with cats or dogs.
Care Instructions:
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Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh direct sunlight.
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Water: Keep soil evenly moist, never soggy; use filtered or distilled water for best results.
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Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist often or place near a humidifier.
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Fertilizer: Feed monthly in spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer.
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Pet Safety: ✅ Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
👉 Add the Calathea Makoyana to your collection for elegant, patterned foliage and natural tropical charm that brightens any indoor space.
Calathea Makoyana Care and Product Details
- Scientific name: Houseplant with
- Plant type: Houseplant
- Available size: 4 inch, 6 inch, 8 inch
- Light: Medium to bright indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun
- Water: Keep evenly moist with good drainage; prefers higher humidity
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Growth habit: Clumping tropical foliage plant
- Best for: Plant gifts, shelves, desks, and bright indoor spaces
- Shipping: Live plant packed for healthy arrival; protect from temperature extremes after delivery
Shop related collections: Houseplants.
Calathea Makoyana FAQs
Is Calathea Makoyana beginner-friendly?
Calathea Makoyana is best for plant gifts, shelves, desks, and bright indoor spaces. Follow the light and watering guidance closely after shipping while the plant acclimates.
How much light does Calathea Makoyana need?
Calathea Makoyana (Houseplant with) performs best with medium to bright indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun. Move plants gradually when changing light levels.
How often should I water Calathea Makoyana?
Keep evenly moist with good drainage; prefers higher humidity
Does Calathea Makoyana ship as a live plant?
Yes. L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully and may hold shipments briefly during severe weather to protect plant health.
Care reference: NC State Extension Plant Toolbox - Goeppertia orbifolia. Plant care can vary by season, pot size, and growing conditions.
Review the product description for species-specific light, watering, and placement notes. Most live plants do best with bright appropriate light, consistent watering, and protection from extreme temperatures after delivery.
L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully for shipment. Open your package promptly, check soil moisture, and acclimate the plant gradually to its new home. Some plants may be restricted by state agricultural rules.
Use the product title, photos, description, and collection links to confirm the plant type, pot size, and best use. If a listing does not answer a care or shipping question, contact L&J Nursery before ordering.
Plant Information
The information below will clarify what the bonsai tree is and how to maintain it.
Watering
Keep evenly moist with good drainage; prefers higher humidity
Scientific Name
Houseplant with
Indoor or Outdoor
Outdoor - Shade
Light
Prefer shade over direct sun
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