Exposure & location

The Calathea appreciates soft and consistent light. It keeps more intense colors if kept out of direct sunlight.

• Light: bright indirect light or light partial shade.
• Avoid: prolonged direct sun, which can burn the leaves.
• Suitable spaces: living room, bedroom, office, shelf in a bright room.
• Bonus: it also appreciates slightly humid rooms like a bright bathroom.

Verdeia advice: keep it away from radiators and dry air sources to preserve supple foliage without brown edges.

Watering & maintenance

In hydroponics, no soil, no messy repotting. Maintenance is simple: just check the water and keep the vase clean.

• Water level: check and top up every 10 to 15 days so the roots are always partially submerged.
• Renewal: completely change the water every 2 to 3 months to keep roots healthy and avoid deposits.
• Vase maintenance: clean the inside of the glass to maintain transparency and the luminous effect.
• Food: add a few drops of diluted hydroponic fertilizer every 2 months (spring/summer) if you want to boost growth.

Note: the LED is purely decorative: it creates a warm atmosphere but does not replace the natural light the plant needs to live.

Verdeia tips

Our recommendations to keep your Calathea hydroponic Samoa LED beautiful, healthy, and luminous:

• Water quality: prefer soft or filtered water to avoid visible limescale on the glass and roots.
• Temperature: keep it between 18 and 26 °C. Avoid cold drafts and thermal shocks.
• Foliage: gently wipe the leaves with a soft, damp cloth to revive the patterns and remove dust.
• Stability: place it on a flat and stable surface: the glass vase is decorative but remains fragile.
• Ambient light: turn on the LED in the evening for a soft plant glow like a night light — ideal on a bedside table or in a reading corner.

These simple actions prolong the beauty of the graphic foliage and ensure clean, clear, and healthy water for the roots.

Decor ideas & combinations

• Bedside table: soothing plant night light effect for a relaxing evening atmosphere.
• Office: brings a tropical, lively, and elegant touch without hassle.
• Living room: becomes a true design object that catches the eye, especially in contemporary interiors.
• Gift: perfect to offer a “wow” decorative plant to someone who loves design but not complicated maintenance.
• Combinations: combine it with a Clusia hydroponic or a Philodendron in a vase for a modern mini plant corner. Add a fern (Boston fern) to contrast fine textures and graphic leaves.

Technical specifications

• Botanical name: Calathea spp.
• Common name: Calathea, peacock plant
• Support: Transparent Samoa glass with built-in decorative LED
• Diameter: Ø12 cm
• Height: ≈ 10 cm
• Lighting: low consumption decorative LED (battery powered depending on model)
• Exposure: Indirect light, avoid direct sun
• Culture: Hydroponics (in water, without soil)
• Ideal temperature: 18 – 26 °C
• Maintenance: Easy — monitor water level and clean glass regularly
• Toxicity to animals: Slightly toxic if ingested 🐾

Each plant is unique: patterns, density, and shape of foliage vary slightly depending on light and season. Photos show an example of its natural appearance.