Calathea lietzei 'Yellow Fusion' (syn. Maranta)
Calathea lietzei 'Yellow Fusion' is a striking foliage plant best known for its bright lime-yellow variegation and irregular green marbling. Botanically, this species is now classified as Goeppertia lietzei, but it is still widely grown and sold under the former Calathea name.
Key Characteristics
- Foliage: Bright yellow-green variegation with deep green marbling.
- Growth Habit: Compact clumping form.
- Leaf Size: Medium leaves, typically 10-15 cm.
- Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; active growth during spring and summer.
- Botanical Update: Accepted name Goeppertia lietzei, but still commonly sold as Calathea.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sun to prevent bleaching.
- Water: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 1-2 cm of mix to dry slightly between waterings.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Protect from dry indoor heating.
- Temperature: Warm conditions year-round (18-28°C). Avoid cold drafts.
- Media: Free-draining indoor plant mix with added perlite or fine bark.
- Feeding: Light liquid feeding during the active growing season.
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Calathea lietzei 'Yellow Fusion' (syn. Maranta)
Calathea lietzei 'Yellow Fusion' is a striking foliage plant best known for its bright lime-yellow variegation and irregular green marbling. Botanically, this species is now classified as Goeppertia lietzei, but it is still widely grown and sold under the former Calathea name.
Key Characteristics
- Foliage: Bright yellow-green variegation with deep green marbling.
- Growth Habit: Compact clumping form.
- Leaf Size: Medium leaves, typically 10-15 cm.
- Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; active growth during spring and summer.
- Botanical Update: Accepted name Goeppertia lietzei, but still commonly sold as Calathea.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sun to prevent bleaching.
- Water: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 1-2 cm of mix to dry slightly between waterings.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Protect from dry indoor heating.
- Temperature: Warm conditions year-round (18-28°C). Avoid cold drafts.
- Media: Free-draining indoor plant mix with added perlite or fine bark.
- Feeding: Light liquid feeding during the active growing season.
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Description
Calathea lietzei 'Yellow Fusion' is a striking foliage plant best known for its bright lime-yellow variegation and irregular green marbling. Botanically, this species is now classified as Goeppertia lietzei, but it is still widely grown and sold under the former Calathea name.
Key Characteristics
- Foliage: Bright yellow-green variegation with deep green marbling.
- Growth Habit: Compact clumping form.
- Leaf Size: Medium leaves, typically 10-15 cm.
- Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; active growth during spring and summer.
- Botanical Update: Accepted name Goeppertia lietzei, but still commonly sold as Calathea.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sun to prevent bleaching.
- Water: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 1-2 cm of mix to dry slightly between waterings.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Protect from dry indoor heating.
- Temperature: Warm conditions year-round (18-28°C). Avoid cold drafts.
- Media: Free-draining indoor plant mix with added perlite or fine bark.
- Feeding: Light liquid feeding during the active growing season.
