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peacock plant easy to care plant if you maintain balanced or high-nitrogen liquid indoor plant fertilizer during spring and summer

Introduction and origin

However the entire a species in the Calathea family is the Peacock or Calathea makoyana. Especially this plant is eye catching pattern with variety of foliage including green, pink and white.

At this point how to care for a peacock plant, it is discussed in this article. This plant is a humidity loving plant that requires moderate care. If you bring this plant home, your home will find life because it has grey green leaves with splashes of dark green makes your room healthy.

Scientific classification of Peacock Plant

• Kingdom: Plantae
• Clade: Tracheophytes
• Clade: Angiosperms
• Clade: Monocots
• Clade: Commelinids
• Order: Zingiberales
• Family: Marantaceae
• Genus: Goeppertia
• Species: G. makoyana

Peacock plant Prefers

1. Light – Bright, indirect light
2. Soil – Well draining
3. Soil pH – 6.1 to 7.8
4. Temperature – 60-75 degree Fahrenheit
5. Humidity – 50-70%
6. Bloom time – Spring
7. Flower colour – Orange
8. Native area – South America
9. Toxicity – Human and pets

How to care for a peacock plant

This article will help you with all the essentials you need to grow your plant. Adequate amounts of water, light, and soil should be obtained for the plant to grow. The problems and benefits of the plant have also been shared in this article.

Light

Place your peacock plant in bright, indirect light and avoid direct light as it can scorch the leaves. These plant can also tolerate full shade light but growth will be significantly slower.This plant is not sun-loving and is best suited for locations with low to moderate light levels. 

Water

Although these plants need watering during Winter, but during the rest period the amount of watering should be reduced. Generally distilled water and rainwater is better than tap water. Try to water a few times a week. It should be noted that if the soil becomes dry, it needs to be watered more often, otherwise the plant will be damaged.

May be curling leaves are sign of under watering, too much water makes your plant root rot.

Soil

Accordingly, you want to use a well draining, peat based soil is suitable for the growth of your plant. Select a potting that retains moisture has good drainage. This plant is not drought tolerant so extend time of dryness will cause leaf edges to brown.

It is very sensitive so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss. 

Temperature & humidity

During the warmer month to shift your plant inside and into winter place it in a slightly warm section. The ideal temperature is 60-75 degree Fahrenheit.It must be ensured that any sudden environmental change will not destroy your plant.

Keep your plant thriving then produce high levels of humidity. Placing it in a humid environment,such as a bathroom, will create an ideal atmosphere.Low humidity levels commonly lead to browning or curling leaves. 

Fertilizer

If your Calathea makoyana is growing well, you can use a balanced or high-nitrogen liquid indoor plant fertilizer during the spring and summer growing months. Feed your Peacock plant with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half-strength every two weeks.You can reduce fertilization frequency in winter when the plant’s growth slows down.

How to get propagate Peacock plant?

Propagation is the another method of growing your new plant. Although, division, stem cuttings and leaf cuttings is the process of propagation. Ensure each division or cutting has several leaves and healthy roots. Remove yellowing or damaged leaves regularly to maintain plant health and appearance. Early spring is the ideal time to propagate by cuttings.

Using a clean knife carefully divide the stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. Place the two plant into separate pots. To make sure that each plant grows well being divided, place them anywhere warm and humid.

How to Pruning your Peacock plant?

Prune your plant in winter, it’s completely normal for older leaves, typically around the base of the plant, to fade in colour or brown off as they old.To remove dead or damage leaves by cutting the stems which they are attached with the soil.

Prune the plant with using a sharp pair of scissors that the plant can put more energy and healthier growth.

Common problem of Peacock plant

1. The most common problem is leaf curling, browning edges, or drooping leaves, which can indicate underwatering, overwatering, or low humidity.

2. Another problem is Root rot, the signs are mushy roots and wilted leaves. Eventually good drainage and letting the soil partially dry between waterings.

3. Generally brown tips on the leaves could indicate that the plant is in a drafty area, exposed to low humidity, or spending too much time in direct light.

Benefits of Peacock plant

• The most common benefit of indoor plant is air purification. Peacock plant can help remove toxins from the air, improving indoor air quality.
• According to Vastu, it presents beauty, grace, and good fortune. Place your plant in the East facing window, to brings growth and creativity.