Round-leaf Calathea vs Peacock Plant
Complete comparison between Round-leaf Calathea and Peacock Plant to help you choose the ideal plant.
Round-leaf Calathea
Calathea orbifolia
Hard ☀️ Partial shade
Peacock Plant
Calathea makoyana
Hard ☀️ Partial shade
Detailed Comparison
| Attribute | Round-leaf Calathea | Peacock Plant |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Hard | Hard |
| Light | Partial shade | Partial shade |
| Watering | Every 7 days✓ | Every 4 days |
| Humidity | 60% - 80% | 50% - 70%✓ |
| Temperature | 16°C - 25°C | 15°C - 26°C |
| Height | 1.0m | 90cm |
| Growth | Medium | Medium |
| Pet Safe | Sim | Sim |
| Air Purifying | Sim | Sim |
| Indoor | Sim | Sim |
Verdict
Round-leaf Calathea and Peacock Plant are equally good options! The choice depends on your personal preferences and available environment.
✓ Round-leaf Calathea: 1 ✓ Peacock Plant: 1 Tie: 8
Compare Other Plants
vs
Popular Comparisons
About Round-leaf Calathea
High-maintenance plant requiring high humidity (>60%), medium indirect light, consistent watering with filtered water, and temperatures between 16-25°C (61-77°F). Does not tolerate direct sun or cold drafts.
View Round-leaf Calathea page →About Peacock Plant
Moderate to difficult care plant that needs bright indirect light, high humidity (50-70%), temperature between 59-79°F (15-26°C), and regular watering keeping soil moist but not waterlogged. Use filtered or rainwater to avoid leaf spots.
View Peacock Plant page →