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9/3/2010


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Calathea makoyana
Peacock Plant, Cathedral Windows

Category:	Houseplants
Light Level:	Medium
Water:	Frequent
Humidity:	High

Description
The Peacock Plant (sometimes called Cathedral Windows) has highly decorative foliage with patterns of very fine lines on the thin leaves, which give the appearance of a peacock's feathers. Foliage is oval and light green feathered with fine, dark green lines from the midrib to the leaf edge. Another distinguishing characteristic of the Peacock Plant is the irregular, elongated, dark green blotches that extend outward from the midrib. The underside on the leaf is purple and most leaves reach about 12" in length.

Plant Profile

Family	Marantaceae
Origin	Brazil
Maintenance	Moderate
Height	12" to 24"
Spread	9" to 24"
Growth Rate	Moderate
Foliage Colors	Dark green and light green with purplish undersides
Water Requirement	Frequent