Calathea Lancifolia – Live Decorative Indoor Plant in Pot

🌿Why You’ll Love It

✔Air-purifying superstar– Filters toxins like formaldehyde (NASA-approved!).
✔Thrives in low light– Perfect for Dubai apartments & shady corners.
✔Pet-friendly– Non-toxic for cats/dogs.
✔UAE-tough– Adapts to AC dryness better than fussy tropical plants.

🌱 Growth & Appearance
Height: 30–60cm indoors (compact & bushy).
Leaves: Lance-shaped with bold dark-green stripes & purple undersides (Instagram-worthy!).
Night show: Leaves fold upward at dusk like praying hands.

🏆 Survival Superpowers
Low-light champ – Thrives away from windows.
Drought-recoverable – Bounces back if you forget to water.

☀️ Light & Location
Best: Bright, indirect light (east/west windows with sheer curtains).
Tolerates: Shaded balconies or fluorescent office lights.
Avoid: Direct Dubai sun (scorches leaves instantly!).

💦 Watering
Summer: Keep soil moist (water 2–3x/week).
Winter: Reduce to once weekly.
AC hack: Mist leaves 3x/week or use a pebble tray.

🌡️ Climate Tips
Ideal temp: 18–28°C (standard UAE indoor climate).
Humidity fix: Group with other plants or run a humidifier.

✂️ Maintenance
Wipe leaves monthly with a damp cloth (prevents dust buildup).
Snip brown edges with scissors (use filtered water to avoid more browning).

🚀 Pro Tips for UAE Plant Parents
Crispy tips? Too much tap water → switch to distilled!
Drooping? Check for overwatering (soggy soil = root rot).
Pests: Watch for spider mites (treat with neem oil).