Cigar Plant (Calathea Lutea) is a perennial herb in the Marantaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Calathea lutea is a large, tropical perennial plant known for its broad, bright green leaves with silvery undersides, native to southern Mexico, Central America, and tropical South America.

Cigar Plant

Cigar Plant

Calathea Lutea

Calathea lutea is a large, tropical perennial plant known for its broad, bright green leaves with silvery undersides, native to southern Mexico, Central America, and tropical South America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, ornamental foliage

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cigar Plant

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Marantaceae
Genus:Calathea