Calathea Burle Marx
Product details
| Management number | 250423999 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$8.28 | Model Number | 250423999 | ||
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- Description
- Calathea Burle Marx Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
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Calathea Burle Marx is a tropical foliage plant from the Ctenanthe genus, native to the rainforests of Brazil. It grows on the shaded forest floor where humidity runs high and light filters through the canopy, making it a natural fit for bright indirect light homes that recreate those conditions.
The leaves feature bold fishbone-style patterning in silvery-blue and deep green across lance-shaped blades. It grows in an upright, clumping habit that fills a pot with clustered stems, and the foliage shifts subtly in response to light throughout the day.
It puts most of its energy into foliage rather than flowers, so the patterned leaves remain the year-round focal point. Like other Ctenanthe species, it naturally humidifies the air around it and actively filters formaldehyde and other toxins from indoor spaces.
Calathea Burle Marx is sensitive to being moved, so place it in a bright indirect light spot and let it settle in. It grows well near kitchen moisture or inside a terrarium where the enclosed environment maintains the high humidity it craves. Pet households can keep it anywhere in the home since it is non-toxic to cats and dogs.
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Calathea Burle Marx grows well in medium to bright indirect light and scorches easily in direct south-facing sun.
Water it every 7-10 days, allowing the top inch of soil to dry between waterings.
Calathea Burle Marx does best in a well-draining mix of peat or coco coir, perlite, and compost to retain moisture without waterlogging.
It prefers temperatures between 65-85°F and must stay away from frost, cold drafts, AC vents, and heater air.
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Calathea Burle Marx is a moderate grower that benefits from balanced liquid fertilizer applied monthly during spring and summer.
It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12 with no frost tolerance and protection needed once temperatures drop below 50°F. It grows outdoors year-round in Hawaii, southern Florida, coastal Southern California, and the southernmost tips of Texas and Arizona. Warmer pockets of Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, South Carolina, and coastal Oregon can also support it through mild winters, though moving it indoors during cold snaps is the safest approach.
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Q: Is Calathea Burle Marx pet friendly?
A: It is non-toxic to cats and dogs and safe for any pet household.
Q: Why are my leaves turning yellow?
A: Calathea Burle Marx develops yellow leaves from overwatering, low humidity, or dry air from AC and heater vents. Check your watering schedule and boost humidity to stop further discoloration.
Q: Can Calathea Burle Marx grow under office LED lights?
A: It adapts well to bright office LED lighting and works as a desk or shelf plant in spaces without natural windows.
Q: How do you propagate this plant?
A: Calathea Burle Marx divides easily at repotting time by carefully separating the clumping root clusters and potting each section individually.
Q: Is Calathea Burle Marx good for terrariums?
A: The enclosed environment naturally maintains the high humidity it craves.
Q: How far from a window should I place it?
A: Position Calathea Burle Marx 3-6 feet from an east or north-facing window where it receives bright indirect light without direct rays. South-facing windows scorch the foliage even with a curtain barrier.
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