Calathea Rattlesnake Kokedama

🌱 Care Guide

1. Light

•Prefers bright, indirect light.

•Avoid direct sunlight as it can fade and scorch the leaves.

•Can tolerate medium to low light, but growth may slow.

2. Watering

•Keep the moss ball consistently moist, but not soggy.

•Check moisture by gently pressing the moss — water when it feels slightly dry.

•Soak the kokedama in a bowl of room-temperature water for 5–10 minutes once or twice a week (frequency increases in summer).

•Let excess water drain before placing back.

3. Humidity

•Loves high humidity (above 50%).

•Mist the leaves regularly or place near a humidifier.

•Avoid keeping near strong air conditioners or heaters.

4. Temperature

•Thrives between 18°C–27°C.

•Protect from sudden temperature drops and cold drafts.

5. Feeding

•Feed monthly during the growing season (spring and summer) with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.

•No feeding in winter.

6. Maintenance

•Gently remove any yellow or damaged leaves.

•Rotate occasionally to encourage even growth.

•Refresh the moss ball every 12–18 months to maintain health and aesthetics.

💡 Extra Tips

•Calathea leaves fold up at night and open in the morning — a charming feature known as nyctinasty.

•Pet-friendly and safe for homes with cats or dogs.

•Avoid using hard water — use filtered or rainwater for best leaf health.