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Calathea lutea ‘Red’ (Cigar Calathea)
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Description
🌿 Calathea lutea ‘Red’ (Cigar Calathea)
Calathea lutea ‘Red’ is a striking tropical plant known for its large paddle-shaped green leaves with a deep burgundy-red underside. It’s commonly called Cigar Calathea because young leaves emerge rolled like a cigar.
🌱 Plant Description
- Scientific name: Calathea lutea
- Common names: Cigar Calathea, Cuban Cigar
- Family: Marantaceae
- Growth habit: Upright, clumping
- Height: 6–10 ft outdoors, 3–6 ft in pots
- Special feature: Dramatic red leaf backs that move with light (prayer-like behavior)
☀️ Light Requirements
- Bright indirect light is ideal
- Tolerates partial shade
- Avoid direct sun — it can scorch leaves and fade the red color
💧 Watering
- Keep soil consistently moist, not soggy
- Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry
- Use filtered or rainwater if possible (sensitive to salts)
🌡️ Temperature & Humidity
- Temperature: 18–32°C
- Humidity: High (60–80%)
- Mist regularly or place near other plants / humidifier
🌿 Soil & Potting
- Rich, well-draining soil mix
- Ideal mix: garden soil + cocopeat + compost + perlite/sand
- Ensure good drainage holes
🌸 Fertilizer
- Feed every 3–4 weeks during growing season
- Use balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength
- Avoid over-fertilizing
✂️ Pruning & Maintenance
- Remove yellow or damaged leaves at the base
- Wipe leaves gently to keep them dust-free
🐛 Common Problems
- Brown edges: low humidity or hard water
- Yellow leaves: overwatering
- Curling leaves: underwatering or low humidity
🌿 Propagation
- Propagate by division during repotting
- Each division should have healthy roots and stems
⚠️ Toxicity
- Non-toxic to pets and humans ✅
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