RATTLE SNAKE CALATHEA

Scientific Name: Goeppertia insignis

Common Names: Rattlesnake Plant, Lance-Leaf Calathea

• Description:

The Rattlesnake Calathea is a popular houseplant known for its beautiful, patterned foliage that resembles a rattlesnake’s skin. It’s native to the tropical rainforests of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

• Size: Rattlesnake Calathea typically grows to 60-75 cm (24-30 inches) tall indoors, with slender stems and leaves radiating outwards.

• Leaves: The defining feature is the foliage. The leaves are lance-shaped, with wavy edges and a pointed tip.

• Flowers: Rattlesnake Calathea rarely flowers indoors, but when it does, it produces small, yellow flowers clustered on short stalks.

Uses:

• Houseplant: Primarily valued for its striking foliage and ability to add a touch of the tropics to indoor spaces.
• Air Purification: Studies suggest Calathea plants, including the Rattlesnake variety, may help remove common indoor air pollutants.