Peacock Plant

Container Growing

Excellent for containers; thrives in pots with drainage. Ideal for tabletop displays or decorative planters in well-lit rooms.

Family

Marantaceae

Foliage Look

Intricate, feathered dark green markings on silver-green ovals with burgundy undersides.

Foliage Rules

Leaves are oval, pale silver-green with dark green feathered patterns; ensure the deep purple/burgundy reverse side is implied or visible.

Fruit Flower Look

Not applicable; primarily a foliage ornamental.

Fruit Flower Rules

Flowers are not a feature of this plant and should not be included in juvenile representations.

Growth Habit Rules

Do not depict as a tree or vine; maintain the compact, clumping, herbaceous form.

Mature Plant Look

A lush, dense clump of broad, patterned, silver-green leaves with deep purple undersides.

Mature Stage Morphology

Upright, clumping habit with larger, broader, patterned foliage; undersides show distinctive purple coloration.

Morphology Rules

Ensure leaves appear slightly translucent under light to reflect their tropical nature; avoid overly rigid or thick leaf textures.

Plant Faqs

How much light does a Peacock Plant need? It thrives in bright, indirect light away from direct sun. Why are the leaf edges turning brown? This is often due to low humidity or use of tap water; try a pebble tray and filtered water. Can I keep this plant in a bathroom? Yes, provided there is enough indirect light and consistent humidity. How big does it get? Typically it reaches 1 to 2 feet in height and width.

Root Look

Fine, fibrous white to light tan roots emerging from a healthy plug.

Soil Look

Dark, rich, peat-based potting mix, lightly moist.

Starter Stage

Small, young plant with compact, tender leaves displaying the characteristic, albeit sometimes less defined, feathered pattern.

Starter Stage Morphology

Soft, thin, oval-shaped leaves on short petioles; root system is fibrous and delicate.

Video Voiceover Script

Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow the Peacock Plant. This is the Peacock Plant, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant tropical beauty become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor growing space you want to create. The defining beauty of this plant is found in its intricate, feathered leaf patterns and the striking, deep burgundy color on the reverse side of each leaf. Establish your starter plant by moving it into a four inch pot with a quality, well-draining potting mix, then move it to an appropriate final container when it is well-rooted. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.

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Youtube Video Summary

The Peacock Plant, Calathea makoyana, is an exquisite tropical foliage choice for indoor gardeners. Known for its distinctively patterned silver and green leaves, it brings vibrant color and texture to any bright room.

Youtube Video Title

Growing the Peacock Plant: Calathea makoyana