{"product_id":"calathea-louisae-prayer-plant-houseplant","title":"Calathea Louisae Houseplant | Tropical Prayer Plant | Goeppertia louisae 14cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eLush, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCalathea Louisae (\u003cem\u003eGoeppertia louisae\u003c\/em\u003e) — Tropical Prayer Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd great news for pet owners: this one is \u003cstrong\u003epet safe\u003c\/strong\u003e 🐾\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Calathea Louisae?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant patterned green foliage with darker feather-like markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich burgundy-purple leaf undersides — stunning from every angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic prayer plant leaf movement throughout the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy, clump-forming growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet safe — perfect for homes with cats and dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHumidity and Temperature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefers 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiving rooms, bedrooms, and plant shelves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical foliage collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomes with pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who loves patterned, characterful foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSupplied in a 14cm pot. This plant is pet safe. For full care instructions visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantparadisebygemma.co.uk\/pages\/houseplant-care-guides\"\u003eHouseplant Care Guides\u003c\/a\u003e and select Calathea.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Paradise By Gemma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51138769158481,"sku":"10023","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/5867\/9377\/files\/Calathea_Louisae_Houseplant.jpg?v=1786711425","url":"https:\/\/www.plantparadisebygemma.co.uk\/products\/calathea-louisae-prayer-plant-houseplant","provider":"Plant Paradise By Gemma","version":"1.0","type":"link"}