Calathea vs Swiss Cheese Plant
Side-by-side comparison.
| Calathea | Swiss Cheese Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Beginner |
| Light | Bright indirect light | Bright indirect light |
| Water | Keep soil consistently moist; water when top inch feels dry | Water when top 2-3 inches dry, about every 1-2 weeks |
| Humidity | 60% or higher | 40-60% |
| Mature size | 1-2 ft tall indoors | 3-6 ft indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Yes | Toxic to cats & dogs |