Calathea lancifolia ~ Monrovia® Rattlesnake Plant gray-leaf The flowers are inconspicuous but

The flowers are inconspicuous but fragrant and the female flowers give way to clusters of blue-grey berries that persist into winter

The panicles bloom on new growth and open white

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Remove faded flower heads to encourage continued bloom

Calathea lancifolia ~ Monrovia® Rattlesnake Plant gray-leaf The flowers are inconspicuous butMonrovia Rattlesnake Plant is a tropical evergreen perennial with attractive foliage marked with elliptic blotches, ruby undersides, and distinct waxy margins that is commonly used as a houseplant. Rarely blooms indoors. Grows best with good indirect sun, high humidity, and consistently moist well drained soils. Type: Houseplant Light Requirements: Medium to Bright Indirect Light Watering Schedule: Water Every 5 7 days. Growth Habit: Upright Bloom