The calathea or wicker marante is an ornamental plant that is primarily grown for its very decorative leaves. Not all species produce flowers. But even the flowering varieties only develop a flower if the requirements of the calathea in terms of location and care are met.

The Calathea crocata has the largest flowers

Flowering time of the Korbmarante is in spring

The color of the calathea's flower and flowering time depend on the species in question. Some bloom in the spring months of April and May, while other species bloom earlier in the year or as late as late summer. If you take care of the Korbmarante for several years, it will only bloom if it is cared for perfectly.

The care has to be right

In order for the calathea to flower, care must be optimal. Water the basket marants regularly so that the root ball is neither too wet nor too dry. Avoid waterlogging and use lukewarm, low-lime water for watering.

Place the calathea in a semi-shady place where it is between 20 and 25 degrees in summer and no colder than 18 degrees in winter. Draft is harmful!

Flowering species of calathea

  • Calathea crocata - orange flowers
  • Calathea rufibarba - small yellow flowers
  • Calathea warscewiczii - white flowers
  • Calathea zebrina - white tubular flowers

Non-flowering species of the Korbmarante

The Calathea lancifolia is one of those species that are not cared for because of their flowers. It impresses above all with the drawing of its leaves. Incidentally, the leaves remain particularly beautiful if you rub them down with a damp cloth from time to time.

tips

Simply cut off faded calathea inflorescences. Trim the stems as close to the base as possible.

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Indoor plants