White Fusion Calathea (Calathea lietzei)
White Fusion Calathea (Calathea lietzei)
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White Fusion calathea has green leaves marbled with white and pale green, with soft lilac undersides, and no two leaves look alike. It's one of the fussier calatheas and does best for someone who can keep the humidity up. It's safe around cats and dogs.
| Botanical name | Calathea lietzei 'White Fusion' |
| Pet safety | Non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA listed) |
| Light | Bright to medium, indirect |
| Mature size | About 1 to 2 feet tall indoors |
| Care level | Challenging |
How to care for it
- Light: bright to medium, indirect light keeps the white variegation strong. Direct sun scorches the leaves.
- Water: keep the soil lightly moist, watering when the top inch feels dry. Don't let it dry out completely or sit in water.
- Water quality: filtered, distilled or rainwater helps prevent brown, crispy edges.
- Humidity: 60% or higher. A humidifier helps a lot with this one.
- Temperature: 65 to 80°F, away from drafts and heat vents.
Common questions
Is it safe for cats and dogs?
Yes. The ASPCA lists calatheas as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A pet that eats a lot of any plant may get a mild upset stomach, but it won't be poisoned.
Why are the leaf edges turning brown?
Usually dry air or minerals in tap water. Raise the humidity and switch to filtered, distilled or rainwater.
Why do the leaves move at night?
Calatheas are prayer plants. Their leaves lift in the evening and lower again in the morning. It's normal and a sign of a healthy plant.
Ships in its nursery pot. Decorative pots in the photos are not included.
Explore more pet-safe calatheas and prayer plants or all pet-safe plants.
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After reading reviews I went with the 6in white fusion calathea and it arrived very full and healthy. The leaves are even more beautiful in person. Thank you! It takes my office space to the next level.
Out worldly beautiful! I ordered the 6 inch white fusion calathea. This company clearly takes pride in their plants. It was wrapped with such care not to get damaged and included heat packs. It's full and healthy. I highly recommend and will purchase from them again.
Just wow! This Calathea White Fusion plant is even more beautiful in person. It arrived full and healthy.
My White Fusion is absolutely breathtaking! The pictures don't do it justice. The marbled leaves are even more beautiful in person. Love that it's pet safe and helps purify the air. Arrived healthy and well-packaged. Can't wait to add more from Root & Reach Botanicals to my collection!
