Calathea Bicajoux Gekko

Name: Calathea Bicajoux Gekko
Brand: The Palm Centre
SKU: CIG
Availability: OutOfStock

Gecko Calathea

Calathea Bicajoux is an incredibly rare indoor plant. Its dual ornamental value, with particularly eye-catching and large oval leaves which are brightly patterned in light green shades, as well as its spectacular pale pink flowers, is only possible because of modern propagation methods.

Gecko Calathea, aka Gekko Calathea, is one of the few Calatheas cultivated for their flowers as well as their intricate leaves. The flowers are held on long stems above the foliage, to be seen and enjoyed better, whilst the leaves keep their bright colours all year round.

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Expert Tip

Faded leaves and flowers can be cut at the bottom of the stalk, allowing the plant to start flowering again. Periodically, the plant will die back; let the soil dry completely for about one month, place in a cool, dark place; restart watering after one month and keep the soil moist at all times in a warm place. The plant will spring back to live in no time.

Care & Size Guidance

Calathea Bicajoux® thrives in a high humidity environment, therefore it’s a perfect plant for a bathroom or a kitchen. Due to it’s large leaves, it evaporates a lot of water, therefore the soil should be checked regularly to be kept moist at all times.

However, no water should be left standing in the saucer. It is best to check the humidity of the pot twice a week. Substantial variations in watering must be avoided. Rain water is preferred.

Like most Calatheas, it does not require much fertiliser. Use an organic fertiliser, diluted to half the strength recommended on the package, applied once a month.

Expert Tip

Stress caused by drought will shorten the durability of the flowers. Placing the plant outdoors during the summer when it rains, will make the leaves glitter and offer a pleasant and refreshing look.