Calathea Rattlesnake – Live Indoor Foliage Plant (Pet Friendly)

Calathea Rattlesnake (Goeppertia insignis) is a stunning tropical foliage plant with long, wavy leaves patterned in light and dark green, and deep purple undersides. A favourite among houseplant lovers, it adds bold pattern and living movement to indoor spaces – its leaves gently rise and fall through the day.

Why you'll love it

• Dramatic wavy leaves with painted-on green markings
• Rich purple undersides for extra colour
• Pet-friendly and non-toxic
• Air-purifying and perfect for shelves and tabletops

Care guide

• Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun which fades the pattern
• Water: Keep soil lightly moist; use filtered or rested water
• Humidity: Loves high humidity – mist often or keep near other plants
• Feeding: Light feeding once a month in growing season

Frequently asked questions

Is Calathea safe for pets? Yes – Calatheas are non-toxic and pet-friendly.

Why are the leaf edges going brown? Usually low humidity or hard tap water. Raise humidity and switch to filtered water to keep leaves healthy.

Does it need direct sun? No – bright indirect light is best; direct sun fades the markings.

Delivery

Grown and hand-selected at Dream Nursery, Perambai, Puducherry, and carefully packed for safe delivery across India, including Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and all major cities.