• Rattlesnake Plant
  • Rattlesnake Plant
  • Rattlesnake Plant
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Rattlesnake Plant

Calathea lancifolia

(Pot sold separately) With its dramatic patterned leaves and rich purple tones, Calathea lancifolia is the ultimate foliage plant for style-conscious homes, bringing movement, softness, and a calm, design-led feel to your space while fitting beautifully into modern, wellbeing-focused lifestyles.

Supplied in a 14 cm pot · decorative pot sold separately

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Rattlesnake Plant
Rattlesnake Plant
Rattlesnake Plant

About this plant

  • Description

    Calathea lancifolia, commonly known as the Rattlesnake Plant, is a decorative houseplant admired for its long, narrow leaves patterned with dark green markings and rich purple undersides. Its gently arching foliage adds movement and softness to interiors, making it a favourite for creating a relaxed, botanical feel. As a prayer plant, its leaves subtly move throughout the day, adding a sense of life and rhythm to your space. It’s ideal for plant lovers who enjoy statement foliage and a touch of the exotic.

  • Why we like it

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    We love Calathea lancifolia for its personality—it feels alive, expressive, and calming all at once. Its patterned leaves act like natural artwork, while its love of humidity makes it perfect for bathrooms and cosy corners where other plants might struggle.

Specs & details

The particulars

Botanical name
Rattlesnake Plant
Common name
Calathea lancifolia
Supplied as
14 cm pot

Care at a glance

Everything this plant needs

Moisture

Water when the top layer of compost begins to dry, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Use rainwater or filtered water where possible, as Calatheas are sensitive to chemicals. Reduce watering slightly in winter.

Where to place it

Living Room Bedroom Office Bathroom

Care guide

How to care for it

Light & position

Watering

Feeding & cleaning

Reviews

From other plant parents

  • 4.8

    Based on 64 verified reviews of this plant

  • “Arrived in perfect condition, beautifully packed. The pink is even softer and prettier in person — it's made my desk feel so much calmer.”

    Helen W.· Verified buyer

  • “Genuinely easy. I water it when the top feels dry and it just keeps flowering. Three months in and still going strong.”

    Raj P.· Verified buyer

  • “Looks far more expensive than it was. Bought the matching pot too — together they look gorgeous in the living room.”

    Moira K.· Verified buyer

  • “Perfect low-maintenance plant for a busy household. Glossy leaves, long-lasting blooms, no drama.”

    Dan S.· Verified buyer