Calathea Louisae Houseplant | Tropical Prayer Plant | Goeppertia louisae 14cm

Lush, patterned, and full of quiet drama — Calathea Louisae is a tropical beauty that rewards you from every angle. Its broad, oval leaves are a rich green decorated with darker feather-like markings along the veins, while the undersides reveal a stunning deep burgundy-purple that flashes as the leaves gently move throughout the day. Yes, it actually moves — folding and unfolding its leaves in response to light, just like a prayer plant should.

Calathea Louisae (Goeppertia louisae) — Tropical Prayer Plant

Native to the rainforests of Brazil, where it grows beneath the forest canopy in warm, humid, filtered light. Calathea Louisae grows in a lush, upright clump and stays beautifully compact, making it ideal for shelves, plant stands, and living room displays.

And great news for pet owners: this one is pet safe 🐾

Why Choose Calathea Louisae?

• Elegant patterned green foliage with darker feather-like markings
• Rich burgundy-purple leaf undersides — stunning from every angle
• Classic prayer plant leaf movement throughout the day
• Compact, bushy, clump-forming growth
• Pet safe — perfect for homes with cats and dogs

Light Requirements

Bright to moderate indirect light is ideal to maintain healthy foliage and vibrant patterns. Tolerates lower light conditions well. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch and fade the leaves.

Watering

Keep the compost consistently lightly moist, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging. Use rainwater, filtered water, or tap water left to stand overnight where possible.

Humidity and Temperature

Prefers moderate to high humidity and stable warm temperatures between 16–24°C. Protect from cold draughts and sudden temperature changes. Higher humidity helps prevent browning leaf edges.

Perfect For

• Living rooms, bedrooms, and plant shelves
• Tropical foliage collections
• Homes with pets
• Anyone who loves patterned, characterful foliage

Supplied in a 14cm pot. This plant is pet safe. For full care instructions visit our Houseplant Care Guides and select Calathea.