{"product_id":"calathea-lancifolia-insignis","title":"Calathea Lancifolia 'Insignis' (Rattlesnake Plant)","description":"\u003csection id=\"calathea-lancifolia-insignis\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🐾 Non-toxic • 🌿 Green spotted foliage with purple underside • 🎨 Patterns reminiscent of a rattlesnake • ☀️ Partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Lancifolia 'Insignis'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eRattlesnake Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, is recognized for its elongated light green leaves spotted with dark green and its spectacular purple underside — a unique pattern that resembles rattlesnake skin. Native to the tropical forests of Brazil, it naturally grows in moist, shaded undergrowth. Discover our full \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/calatea\"\u003eCalathea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eIts most fascinating feature: its leaves fold up at night and unfold during the day — a living movement visible to the naked eye, shared with Marantas and Ctenanthe of the same family. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/maranta-la-planta-que-reza-1\"\u003earticle on the Maranta\u003c\/a\u003e explains this phenomenon in detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- EXPOSURE \u0026 LOCATION --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026amp; Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Calathea Lancifolia tolerates low light better than most tropical plants — this is one of its strengths. Direct sunlight quickly burns its delicate foliage and dulls its patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to indirect light — tolerates low light, avoids direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e living room, office, bedroom, bright bathroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 25 °C, protected from sudden changes and drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, rich, and well-draining — universal potting soil with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- WATERING \u0026 CARE --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — keep the substrate slightly moist without ever letting it become soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefer filtered or room temperature water — hard water causes characteristic brown edges on the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e enjoys a humid atmosphere (60–70%) — mist regularly or place in a bright bathroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a month in spring and summer, diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- DECOR IDEAS \u0026 PLANT PAIRINGS --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor Ideas \u0026amp; Plant Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIts elongated, spotted leaves strongly contrast with round, smooth foliage — this contrast in shapes is the key to an interesting composition with the Lancifolia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePair with:\u003c\/strong\u003e a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-orbifolia-planta-pavo-real-tropical\"\u003eCalathea Orbifolia\u003c\/a\u003e with large, round, silver-striped leaves — the spotted elongated leaves of the Lancifolia and the broad leaves of the Orbifolia create a striking duo within the same graphic style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Marantaceae family:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maranta-leuconeura-fascinator-planta-de-oracion\"\u003eMaranta Leuconeura\u003c\/a\u003e — both species share the nocturnal leaf movement and complement each other perfectly in arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maceta-relieve-blanca-ceramica\"\u003ewhite ceramic decorative pot\u003c\/a\u003e highlights the purple underside when the leaves fold at the end of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- VERDEIA TIPS --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-hard water required:\u003c\/strong\u003e brown edges on Calathea leaves are almost always caused by hard tap water — use filtered water or water left out for 24 hours in an open container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity above all:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Lancifolia suffers more from low ambient humidity than from lack of watering — mist the foliage 2 to 3 times a week or place the pot on a bed of moist clay pebbles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy the nocturnal movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e watch your leaves in the evening — if they stand up and fold properly, it’s a sign your plant is healthy and in good conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCalathea lancifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Insignis'\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rattlesnake Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical forests of Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e H50 cm | Pot Ø12 cm — H45 cm | Pot Ø14 cm — H70 cm | Pot Ø27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 60–80 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, substrate slightly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/strong\u003e to pets and children\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graphic \/ Urban jungle \/ Soothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of patterns and foliage density naturally vary depending on light and season.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"H45 cm | Pot Ø14 cm","offer_id":56363962925321,"sku":"28896","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H50 cm | Pot Ø12 cm","offer_id":56363962892553,"sku":"18276","price":18.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H70 cm | Pot Ø27 cm","offer_id":56686539833609,"sku":"12097","price":124.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/calathea-lancifolia-insignis-verdeia-8455502.jpg?v=1774618925","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/calatea-lancifolia-insignis","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}