Calathea (Peacock Plant)
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Estimated Delivery:Sep 02 - Sep 06
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Free delivery in Dubai over AED 99 · UAE-wide over AED 200
Calathea (Peacock Plant)
🪴 Plant Care Guide
Buy Calathea Peacock Plant online in Dubai and across the UAE from Souq Garden, your trusted source for premium indoor plants in the Emirates. Calathea makoyana, popularly known as the Peacock Plant, features stunning oval leaves patterned with dark green ovals on a light silvery-green background, with rich purple undersides. This striking prayer plant is one of the most decorative foliage houseplants you can grow in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain.
Why Calathea Peacock Plant Is Perfect for UAE Homes
Calathea Peacock Plant is a low-light loving houseplant that thrives indoors in UAE air-conditioned homes. It does not tolerate direct UAE summer sun, which makes it perfect for Dubai apartments, Abu Dhabi villas, and Sharjah townhouses with indirect natural light. As a non-toxic pet-safe plant, it's an excellent choice for UAE families with pets and children.
Key Features and Specifications
- Botanical Name: Calathea makoyana (Goeppertia makoyana)
- Common Name: Peacock Plant, Cathedral Windows
- Foliage: Oval leaves with green ovals on silvery-green background
- Leaf Undersides: Rich purple-burgundy
- Light: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, not soggy
- Pet Safety: Non-toxic, pet and child safe
- Placement: Indoor UAE homes, offices, hotels
UAE Growing Tips
Keep Peacock Plant indoors at all times in UAE summer. Ideal temperature is 18-27°C, matching AC homes. Avoid placement near AC vents or open windows where humidity drops. Mist 3-4 times weekly with filtered water. Group with other tropical plants for natural humidity boost in UAE homes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Peacock Plant safe for pets?
A: Yes, Calathea Peacock Plant is non-toxic and safe for cats, dogs, and children in UAE homes.
Q: Why are leaf edges turning brown?
A: Crispy brown edges indicate low humidity or fluoride in UAE tap water. Increase humidity and use filtered water.
Q: Can I keep this outdoors in Dubai?
A: No, this is strictly an indoor plant in UAE. Direct sun and heat will quickly damage leaves.
Q: Why do leaves move at night?
A: Calatheas belong to the prayer plant family and fold leaves upright at night — a fascinating natural behavior.
Q: Delivery across UAE?
A: Yes, we deliver across Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain.
Order your Calathea Peacock Plant today from Souq Garden and enjoy free delivery on orders above AED 200 across the UAE.
🚚 Shipping Information
Orders are processed within 1–2 business days.
Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman & Umm Al Quwain: delivered within 1–2 working days. Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah & Fujairah: delivered on our scheduled van runs.
Free delivery in Dubai on orders over AED 99, and UAE-wide on orders over AED 200.
We work with trusted delivery partners to ensure safe and timely shipping.
🔄 Returns, Refunds & Cancellation Policy
Please check your plants when they arrive — returns are accepted at the time of delivery with the delivery agent.
Items must be in their original packaging. If a plant has been repotted or the original packaging is missing, a refund will not be possible.
Approved refunds are processed within 10 working days.
