{"product_id":"calathea-lancifolia-insignis","title":"Calathea Lancifolia 'Insignis' (Rattlesnake plant)","description":"\u003csection id=\"calathea-lancifolia-insignis\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🐾 Non-toxic • 🌿 Green spotted foliage with purple undersides • 🎨 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 undersides — a unique pattern reminiscent of a rattlesnake's skin. Native to the tropical forests of Brazil, it naturally grows in humid, shady undergrowth. Pair it with other \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/calatea\"\u003eCalatheas\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 Ctenanthes from the same family. This phenomenon is unique to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/maranta-la-planta-que-reza-1\"\u003eMaranta\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Lancifolia tolerates low light better than most tropical plants — one of its strengths. Direct sun quickly burns its delicate foliage and dulls its patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to indirect light — tolerates low light, dislikes 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-drained — universal potting soil with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\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 leaving it waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e use filtered water or water left at room temperature — limescale 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 a 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 it in a bright bathroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a month in spring and summer, use diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS VÉGÉTALES --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts elongated, spotted leaves contrast strongly with round, smooth foliage — the appeal of a composition with Lancifolia lies in this contrast of shapes.\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 — Lancifolia's elongated, spotted leaves and Orbifolia's broad leaves create a contrasting duo within the same graphic aesthetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWithin 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 movement of their leaves and complement each other perfectly in a composition.\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 undersides when the leaves fold up at the end of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimescale-free water is essential:\u003c\/strong\u003e brown edges on Calathea leaves are almost always caused by limescale in tap water — use filtered water or water left for 24 hours in the open air in an uncovered container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity comes first:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lancifolia suffers more from a lack of ambient humidity than from insufficient watering — mist the foliage 2 to 3 times a week or place the pot on a bed of damp clay pebbles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy its nocturnal movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e observe your leaves in the evening — if they rise and fold correctly, it is a sign that your plant is healthy and in good conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\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\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 60–80 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, slightly moist substrate\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 animals and children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graphic \/ Urban jungle \/ Calming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the patterns and the density of the foliage naturally vary according to light and season.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"H45 cm | Pot Ø14 cm","offer_id":56363962925321,"sku":"28896","price":32.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H50 cm | Pot Ø12 cm","offer_id":56363962892553,"sku":"18276","price":31.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"H70 cm | Pot Ø27 cm","offer_id":56686539833609,"sku":"12097","price":128.95,"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\/calathea-lancifolia-rattlesnake-plant","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}