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Miniature Maranta
Calathea micans · Marantaceae
How it looks
Calathea micans (Miniature Maranta) is a Calathea with small oval leaves marked by feather-like dark green and light green patterning. The leaf undersides are purple and the leaves fold upward at night. It is compact at 6–12 in (15–30 cm) tall.
Miniature Maranta 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 micans
- Common name
- Miniature Maranta
- Family
- Marantaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
