[{"id":201176907927,"handle":"all-plants","updated_at":"2025-10-08T15:23:55-05:00","published_at":"2021-10-07T18:00:25-05:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"All Plants","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-18T21:59:02-06:00","alt":null,"width":1792,"height":1343,"src":"\/\/canopyplantco.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/image_7728027d-14f5-4ef7-a841-bf8c38fe254b.jpg?v=1637294343"}},{"id":201297297559,"handle":"calathea","updated_at":"2025-10-07T12:40:54-05:00","published_at":"2020-12-16T20:05:10-06:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Calathea","body_html":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/calathea\" title=\"Calathea\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"\/collections\/calathea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCalathea\u003c\/a\u003e, which are commonly referred to as a \"Prayer Plant\", is a genus of flowering plants in the family Marantaceae. Most Calathea species will fold their leaves up at night, similar to praying hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalathea are collected and prized for their uniquely patterned foliage. You'll find all types of colorful foliage within this genus, from bright pink neon to deep red to yellow and white -- Calathea has it all!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalathea do flower, but they tend to not be very showy or colorful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou'll find that your Calathea will be happiest with above average humidity and medium to bright indirect light. They prefer a well draining soil rich in organic matter that drains easily. Make sure your Calathea does not completely dry out as they prefer to stay on the moist side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecently, up to 200 former Calathea species were reclassified into the genus Goeppertia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2021-07-01T15:20:17-05:00","alt":"Calathea - Canopy Plant Co.","width":1125,"height":1500,"src":"\/\/canopyplantco.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/54aa6c5134b9a43b3e8d41041212ed3a.jpg?v=1632432616"}},{"id":260560191639,"handle":"new-rare-and-uncommon-plants","updated_at":"2025-10-08T15:23:55-05:00","published_at":"2021-10-07T18:00:27-05:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"New Rare and Uncommon Plants","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-18T21:59:04-06:00","alt":"New Rare and Uncommon Plants - Canopy Plant Co.","width":4608,"height":3456,"src":"\/\/canopyplantco.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/0cabcb1b2a1d2a6c357c67001ff43fa0_57f8a0e5-bc1c-48b3-a5a7-72c86508e538.jpg?v=1637294345"}},{"id":173011501192,"handle":"new-under-30","updated_at":"2025-10-08T15:14:52-05:00","published_at":"2021-10-07T18:00:28-05:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"New Under $30","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-18T21:58:56-06:00","alt":"New Under $30 - Canopy Plant Co.","width":4608,"height":3456,"src":"\/\/canopyplantco.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/be63b82c91b99ec3890e9e15c4085d0e.jpg?v=1637294336"}},{"id":408566890715,"handle":"pet-friendly","updated_at":"2025-10-08T14:05:29-05:00","published_at":"2022-04-08T16:52:24-05:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Pet Friendly","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2025-07-12T14:28:33-05:00","alt":null,"width":1536,"height":2048,"src":"\/\/canopyplantco.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/61228667-972d-4357-8f18-d1f1e3b6bde0.jpg?v=1752348513"}},{"id":415811371227,"handle":"sale","title":"Sale","updated_at":"2025-10-08T15:23:55-05:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2022-06-16T16:23:55-05:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"totem"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"insurance"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"koozie"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"shirt"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"plant tote"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":199029162135,"handle":"under-30","updated_at":"2025-10-08T15:14:52-05:00","published_at":"2020-12-16T20:05:11-06:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Under $30","body_html":""}]
Calathea Helen Kennedy is named after botanist Helen Kennedy, who first described this species from collections made in Panama.
This is a fairly uncommon species with striking foliage that appears to be painted like peacock feathers.
Calathea Helen Kennedy care:
This plant enjoys a well draining soil that can retain a bit of moisture that is rich in organic matter. Allow your Calathea to dry out about half way before watering, taking care to not allow it to sit in excess water or remain dry for extended periods. Calathea due prefer a higher humidity environment in order to maintain their beautiful foliage. Provide your Calathea Helen Kennedy with plenty of medium to bright indirect light.
Additional info:
Calathea, which are commonly referred to as a "Prayer Plant", is a genus of flowering plants in the family Marantaceae. Most Calathea species will fold their leaves up at night, similar to praying hands.
Calathea are collected and prized for their uniquely patterned foliage. You'll find all types of colorful foliage within this genus, from bright pink neon to deep red to yellow and white -- Calathea has it all!
Calathea do flower, but they tend to not be very showy or colorful.
You'll find that your Calathea will be happiest with above average humidity and medium to bright indirect light.
Recently, up to 200 former Calathea species were reclassified into the genus Goeppertia.
I waited on ordering a Calathea Helen Kennedy for a while b/c I was worried it would be too similar to the medallion varieties but this pretty lady is a unique beauty for sure! Really stunning leaves and gorgeous, deep colors. This plant arrived healthy and was shipped quickly as always :)
c
confirmed purchaser
Very Nice!
looks great along with my Kaempferia, now have a bird's nest of peacocks! And the plant has been avoiding the calathea curse- No crispies!
C
Christina
Helen kennedy is gorgeous
What a absolutely gorgeous calathea. It's so healthy and has produced 3 leaves since she arrived here. Highly recommend.
Wow! What a gorgeous plant!
T
Tyriana Shaw
4" Calathea Helen Kennedy
A
Anastasia Kiriluk
Happy with my purchase!
The calathea plant arrived in great condition! I also want to mention that I failed to put my apartment number when submitting the order and when I called customer service they were very friendly. Luckily everything worked out and I received the plant without any issues. I have already recommended Canopy Plants to some friends and family!
Medium to bright indirect light
Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy
Loves higher humidity
Pet friendly
