{"product_id":"calathea-silver-plate","title":"Calathea 'Silver Plate'","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eCalathea 'Silver Plate' Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003eFAQ\/Common Issues\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Cactus_26a62e4c-2f57-4ecf-97de-fc345c4a381c_480x480.png?v=1600401339\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Calathea 'Silver Plate', also called Silver Plate Calathea, is a tropical foliage plant in the Marantaceae family, native to the rainforests of South America. It grows naturally beneath a dense canopy, where filtered light and high humidity define its environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Flower_a2da558c-5726-458a-a06c-1a5f7fedc366_480x480.png?v=1600397290\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  The leaves of 'Silver Plate' are broad and oval, coated almost entirely in a soft, silvery green with a darker green border running along the outer edge. The undersides are a deep purple-maroon, visible when the leaves shift position through the day. It stays compact, with leaves that arch upward and outward from a central base.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Growing_2961efa3-9828-496c-8a2c-fa57f0dd8914_480x480.png?v=1600399365\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Calatheas in this group produce small, inconspicuous flowers when conditions are right, though 'Silver Plate' is grown primarily for its foliage rather than its blooms. It is a rare houseplant, and finding it outside of specialty collections or dedicated growers takes some searching. This plant is pet friendly, and it also purifies indoor air by filtering formaldehyde and other toxins.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"lazyloaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Rotating 'Silver Plate' every few weeks keeps growth even on all sides. It thrives near a kitchen where ambient moisture from cooking raises the surrounding humidity. Keep it away from air conditioning vents and heating units, both of which push dry air across the leaves. Moving it to a new spot stresses the plant, so once you find a position that works, leave it there.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Calathea 'Silver Plate' grows best in bright indirect light, away from south-facing windows where direct sun scorches the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Water it every seven to ten days, letting the top inch of soil dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  'Silver Plate' does best in a well-draining, peat-free mix of coco coir, perlite, and a small amount of orchid bark.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Temperature.png?v=1613688445\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It prefers temperatures between 65°F and 80°F and struggles when temperatures drop below 60°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Fertilizer_5853ff19-6010-410a-a082-3abe233cb8d2_480x480.png?v=1600399297\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  'Silver Plate' is a slow to moderate grower and benefits from a diluted, balanced liquid fertilizer applied monthly during spring and summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Spackle_0b1c313b-e538-42e0-8818-7f0bdf63d530_480x480.png?v=1600397104\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It is hardy in USDA zones 11 and 12, where temperatures stay reliably above 50°F year-round. It grows outdoors in Hawaii and the southernmost parts of Florida. In all other regions, it performs as an indoor plant and can move outside to a sheltered spot during warm summer months, with cover from rain to protect the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQ: How sensitive is Calathea 'Silver Plate' to being moved around the house?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Quite sensitive. It often responds to relocation with drooping or curling leaves, so find a stable spot and keep it there.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know when this plant needs water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Calathea 'Silver Plate' wilts slightly when it has gone too long without water. Check the soil at the same time and water if the top inch feels dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does 'Silver Plate' do well in an office environment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: It can grow under full-spectrum or bright LED office lighting, as long as humidity stays above 50 percent and it sits away from air vents.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this plant safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes, 'Silver Plate' is non-toxic and pet friendly for both cats and dogs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does Silver Plate Calathea handle low humidity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: It does not handle it well. Leaf edges brown and curl when the air is too dry, so a humidifier nearby or placement near kitchen moisture helps considerably.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this plant considered rare?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes, Silver Plate Calathea is a rare find in the houseplant market and is not commonly stocked in most garden centers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"House Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"6\" Pot","offer_id":48102805962926,"sku":"6_CALATHEA_SILVER.PLATE","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/IMG_5186.png?v=1784173906","url":"https:\/\/succulentsbox.com\/products\/calathea-silver-plate","provider":"Succulents Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}