Calathea vs Nerve Plant
Side-by-side comparison.
| Calathea | Nerve Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Light | Bright indirect light | Bright indirect light; no direct sun |
| Water | Keep soil consistently moist; water when top inch feels dry | Keep soil consistently moist; water when top inch dry, about every 5-7 days |
| Humidity | 60% or higher | 50-70% |
| Mature size | 1-2 ft tall indoors | 6-12 inches tall, trails up to 18 inches |
| Pet-safe? | Yes | Yes (non-toxic to cats and dogs) |