{"product_id":"rattlesnake-plant-calathea-lancifolia-house-plant-in-4-pot","title":"Rattlesnake Plant (Calathea lancifolia), 4-Inch Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rattlesnake Plant, often sold as \u003cem\u003eCalathea lancifolia\u003c\/em\u003e, brings lively pattern to a bright indoor spot. Its long, rippled green leaves carry dark oval markings and reveal purple undersides as they move. Leaf count, height, and pattern vary from plant to plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize and what ships\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne live Rattlesnake Plant in a \u003cstrong\u003e4-inch plastic nursery grow pot\u003c\/strong\u003e. Exact height, spread, and leaf count vary at shipping. With suitable care it can become a larger, fuller clump over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light is best. Avoid strong direct sun, which can fade or scorch the patterned leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the mix lightly and evenly moist during active growth, watering when the upper layer begins to dry. Let excess drain and avoid waterlogged soil. Water somewhat less in cooler, darker months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e If leaf edges brown despite otherwise good care, try filtered, rain, or distilled water, as some plants are sensitive to minerals in tap water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a loose, moisture-retentive yet well-draining indoor mix in a pot with drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity and temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to higher indoor humidity can help prevent crisp edges. Keep comfortably warm and away from cold drafts and hot dry vents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed lightly with diluted balanced houseplant fertilizer during spring and summer growth if needed; reduce in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrooming and repotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim damaged leaves at the base with clean shears. Repot one size up if roots crowd the nursery pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established clumps can be divided at repotting, keeping roots and growth points with each division.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePet safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRattlesnake Plants are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, though it is best to discourage pets from chewing houseplants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptional planter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 4-inch nursery pot fits inside the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/basel-4-7-inch-planter-white\"\u003ewhite Basel 4.7-inch planter\u003c\/a\u003e with a little room around it. Basel in the styled photo is \u003cstrong\u003esold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e; the plant ships in its plastic nursery pot. Furnishings are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CTS Air Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856025649383,"sku":"ES-BKHF-3FCM","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/3120\/8167\/files\/image_dc3a5edf-7e43-452e-9f65-e45c2a3909e1.png?v=1790556499","url":"https:\/\/ctsairplants.com\/products\/rattlesnake-plant-calathea-lancifolia-house-plant-in-4-pot","provider":"CTS Air Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}