Large Peacock Plant (Calathea)Like its namesake, the Peacock plant is known for its beautiful presentation. The leaves boast an unusual watermelon like leaf pattern with a contrasting maroon purple color on the undersides. Like other Calatheas, the Setosa will fold up its leaves at night, and then "bloom" open to greet the sunshine, giving it the nickname prayer plant. PEACOCK PLANT CARE LIGHT In nature, Calatheas live under the canopy of the large rainforest trees and can only