Calathea makoyana

Botanical Name: Calathea makoyana

Peacock Plant is a member of the Marantaceae family of prayer plants. This is one of the showiest in the clan; treat it right and you’ll watch it strut its stuff.Tall, slender stems hold up the oval leaves that can grow to 12 in (30 cm) long. New leaves are rolled up when they emerge and are pinkish-red on the undersides.

The bold, decorative markings of its thin, delicate leaves resemble a peacock’s tail, lending this beautiful Calathea plant its common name. They are pale green with feathered dark-green lines from the midrib to the outside edges of the leaf. Asymetrical stripes add an exquisite effect.You’ll see them fold up at night. Just like other members of the prayer plant family, Peacock Plant folds its leaves when it’s dark.