Botanical Specifications

☀️ Light Exposure Bright indirect light

💧 Watering Cadence When the top 1–2 inches of mix are dry

🌱 Substrate & Soil Ships in nursery grower’s mix. Repot into a high-aeration potting substrate.

🪴 Grow Pot Size Arrives in a 4" nursery grow pot.

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Kokedamas

Calathea Makoyana | Moss Ball Kokedama

Name: Calathea Makoyana | Moss Ball Kokedama
Brand: Palma
SKU: KKCAMALG001
Price: 98.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Kokedamas

$98.00

Size Large

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About This Botanical

A Calathea makoyana (peacock plant) grown in a handcrafted moss ball instead of a pot. Its patterned leaves fold up at night, and the moss ball can sit on a saucer or hang from string for a living accent.

Quick care

Light: medium to bright indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
Water: when the moss ball feels light, soak it in water for about ten minutes, let it drip, and return it. Filtered or rested water is kinder to calatheas.
Humidity: it likes humidity, so a bathroom or kitchen with good light suits it.

Frequently asked questions

How do I care for a kokedama?

Give it bright indirect light and soak the moss ball when it feels light. Rotate it so every side gets light.

How often do I water a kokedama?

When the ball feels light and the moss looks dry, usually once a week or so. Check by lifting it.

Can I hang a kokedama?

Yes. Hang it from string in bright indirect light and take it down to soak.

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⚡ Quick Facts

At a Glance

• Light: Bright indirect light
• Water: When the top 1–2 inches of mix are dry
• Mature size: 4" nursery grow pot; compact tabletop foliage.
• Pet safety: Check this plant’s species-specific pet-safety guidance before placing it around pets. Verify with our Pet-Safe Checker.
• Beginner-friendly: Care difficulty varies by plant. Follow the light, watering, and drainage guidance on this page.

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