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Zebra Plant
Calathea zebrina

Marantaceae

Large, rounded leaves on short stalks; foliage has pink stripes making a feather pattern on the top; leaves arise from the crown.

Plant Form or Habit: curved

Plant Use: pot plant

Exposure: medium low

Flower Color: white

Blooming Period:

Height: 2 feet

Width: 2 feet

Foliage Texture: coarse

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: medium

Additional Comments: Keep soil slightly damp; provide high humidity to prevent brown margins. Mature leaves arch gracefully.

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