N ative to the rainforests of Brazil, the rattlesnake plant (Goeppertia insignis - formerly known as Calathea lancifolia) is a truly unique addition to any home, adding a touch of tropical charm ...

Q: My calathea is unhappy … browning leaf tips and poor growth overall. How can I help it improve? A: Welcome to the club. I’ve been in the same boat, along with many houseplant enthusiasts.

Maranta and Calathea are known as "prayer plants" because both, to differing degrees depending on the variety, fold up and raise their leaves, as if to pray, at night. Skip to Content.