Claudia Rosy Plants
Although it is a tree of the topical region of America, its value has increased all over the world .The leaves look beautiful .It seems that the pink art in the designed green is why it is the best among the Calathea species .It is also called prayer tree because the leaves stand upright at night and pray like prayer in the morning .Can’t be kept in complete darkness, must be kept in the air. The temperature of this plant is 18 to 24 degrees centigrade, the best temperature . If it is placed in the east and north direction, it is better to keep it where the morning sun comes from the east and 2/3 hours of morning sun brings out the beauty of the leaves .This plant likes moisture .So you have to take care that the soil is wet .But too much moisture can cause root rot of the plant, So you have to insert your finger to see if the soil is wet .In winter, their growth slows down and should be kept under lights because they prefer good temperatures .In winter, they should not be kept outside .They should be kept under lights .
Soil preparation : 1 part soil, 1 part cocopeat, 1 part perlite, 2 handfuls of vermicompost, 10 grams Tychoderma, 1 teaspoon of seaweed granules, The soil should be mixed well .
Plant food : Do not give as food in winter .After remaining 2 months, soak 1 handful of vermicompost in 1 liter of water and after 2/3 days that water should be drained and given at the base of the tree .Once a year, dig the soil around the tub and spread 1 teaspoon of vermicompost around it and then water it .
Insects do not need leaves : If the plant gets insects then wash the leaves with soapy water or spray with neem oil to get rid of insects .
Seedling preparation : Winter is good for making seedlings, the plant should be cut separately from the root to the root joint .
After winter, when new leaves grow, the soil should be changed and put in another tub and a little bigger container .
