Calathea rufibarba Fruit it prefers to avoid sitting

it prefers to avoid sitting in soggy soil

A light annual shaping keeps it crisp

this shrub can be the bright

or in an elevated bed helps show off the layered structure and gives the tree room to do what it does best

For Seed Starting:

Calathea rufibarba Fruit it prefers to avoid sittingCalathea rufibarba earns its common name, "Jungle Velvet Calathea" from its soft, velvet textured leaves. This tropical gem is a lover of bright indirect light and a consistently moist soil. The rufibarba is a fan favorite among plant collectors, drawing attention with its purple stems and dark purplish maroon undersides. Many members of the Calathea family boast bright hues and intricate patterns. The jungle velvet, however, does not share these