Phyllodes bella Plant Care
Phyllodes bella (W.Bull) Kuntze
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Goeppertia kegeljanii is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. Native to Espírito Santo in Brazil, it is commonly also known by its synonym Calathea mosaica in the houseplant trade, due to the mosaic-like patterning on its leaves.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect to low light
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Phyllodes bella?
Water Phyllodes bella every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to low light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Phyllodes bella Native To?
What Is the Phyllodes bella?
Phyllodes bella (Phyllodes bella) belongs to the Marantaceae family within the Phyllodes genus. Phyllodes bella is native to Espírito Santo in Brazil.
Phyllodes bella displays a clumping, spreading perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Phyllodes bella produces small, inconspicuous flowers surrounded by colorful bracts.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Phyllodes bella?
Phyllodes bella requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Phyllodes bella Need?
Phyllodes bella thrives in bright indirect to low light. Avoid placing Phyllodes bella in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to low light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Phyllodes bella Prefer?
Phyllodes bella grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Phyllodes bella prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Phyllodes bella?
Rich, well-draining soil with high organic matter content. Good drainage is essential for Phyllodes bella to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Phyllodes bella?
Feed Phyllodes bella every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Phyllodes bella?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Phyllodes bella?
Phyllodes bella can be propagated through division, rhizome cuttings.
Is the Phyllodes bella Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Phyllodes bella, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Phyllodes bella?
Phyllodes bella is susceptible to spider mites, aphids, mealybugs. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Phyllodes bella Need?
Phyllodes bella grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Phyllodes bella is native to Espírito Santo in Brazil. In cooler regions, grow Phyllodes bella as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
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Phyllodes bella is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Phyllodes genus (family Marantaceae) — search all Phyllodes species in the plant lookup.
Phyllodes bella copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Phyllodes bella (W.Bull) Kuntze, family Marantaceae (first published in Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 696 (1891)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Phyllodes bella, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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