Also known as Brainplant · Calathea · Cathedral-Windows
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Goeppertia makoyana, the Peacock Plant, displays striking silver and green patterned leaves with vibrant purple undersides, mimicking a peacock's tail.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
50% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves. Prefers east or north-facing windows.
Keep consistently moist
75% intensity
Allow top 2-3 cm to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining potting mix.
50% intensity
Average to warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid drafts and sudden temperature drops.
Indoor
50% intensity
During growing season
50% intensity
Feed every 2-4 weeks with diluted liquid fertilizer in spring and summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Low
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering frequency in fall and winter, allowing the soil to dry more between waterings to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain shape or remove any yellowing or dead leaves. Pinch back leggy stems to encourage bushier growth. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears to make clean cuts just above a leaf node.
This promotes new growth and keeps the plant looking tidy.
Propagate by division or stem cuttings. For division, carefully separate rhizomes during repotting in spring, ensuring each division has roots and at least one growth point.
For stem cuttings, take 10-15 cm cuttings and root them in moist potting mix or water.
Repot your Peacock Plant every 1-2 years in spring, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and potting soil, to ensure good aeration and drainage.
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Where Peacock Plant (Goeppertia makoyana) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Zingiberales |
| Family | Marantaceae |
| Genus | Goeppertia |
| Species | Goeppertia makoyana |
Similar in genus Goeppertia
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