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Calathea crotalifera /Rattlesnake Plant
Flower and foliage
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Flower and foliage
Foliage and flower
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Scientific Name:
Calathea crotalifera
Common Name:
Rattlesnake Plant
Hardiness Zone:
9, 10, 11
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Height:
2- 5 feet
Spread:
1-2 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
White, Yellow
Fruit color:
White
Light Exposure:
Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Morning sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Comments:
This tropical produces a very interesting inflorescence. The surface resembles that of the skin of a rattlesnake, thus its common name. Cannot tolerate freezing temperatures and thrives in a rich, moist soil. Makes an excellent container plant