Caeroba
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Caeroba
Calathea insignis · Marantaceae
How it looks
This calathea is a foliage plant with large oval leaves marked by deep-green and light-green feather-like patterns. The leaf undersides are purple, and the leaves fold upward at night. Height 12–24 in (30–60 cm), grown in the shade.
Caeroba is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. An occasional nibble is unlikely to cause any real trouble.
Guide for parents
Even with a safe plant, make a habit of picking up fallen leaves the same day. If your cat likes to dig in or eat potting soil, fertilizer ingredients can upset their stomach — covering the soil with pebbles works well. If it comes home as a cut stem, florists often treat it with preservatives, so place the vase where your cat can't drink the water.
Details
- Scientific name
- Calathea insignis
- Common name
- Caeroba
- Family
- Marantaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
