Calathea zebrina are famous for their uniquely striped foliage, giving rise to the common name zebra plant. Similar to its popular cousin, the prayer plant, zebra plant leaves are bright green with dark green stripes. Foliage color isn’t the only thing these tropical houseplants have in common, as both plants are known to raise or fold their leaves at night. Calathea zebrina grows up to three feet tall, with leaves reaching to two feet long.
Soil: Choose loamy, well-draining soil when potting this plant.
Sunlight: Place the plant in a spot that receives bright, indirect light.
Watering: Water regularly when the top one to two inches of soil begins to dry.
Fertilizer: Skip fertilizer unless growth is stunted.
