'White Fusion' calathea guide
Calathea lietzei 'White Fusion', also called Calathea White Fusion, Goeppertia 'White Fusion'
Published 2026-11-08
Quick care
- Light
- Bright indirect
- Water
- When the top 2 cm (1 in) of soil is dry. Never let it dry out.
- Humidity
- 60% or higher. It browns fast in dry air.
- Temperature
- 18 to 27°C (65 to 80°F). Keep above 15°C (60°F).
- Soil
- Light, airy houseplant mix that holds some moisture
- Feeding
- Half-strength fertilizer monthly in spring and summer
- Pets
- Non-toxic to cats and dogs
- Difficulty
- Fussy
- Mature size
- 30 to 90 cm (1 to 3 ft) tall
- Propagation
- Divide the clump when you repot
- Where to buy
- Plant shops
This page covers what makes 'White Fusion' calathea different. For light, water, soil, pests, and the rest, read the calathea care guide.
What it is
‘White Fusion’ is a calathea with green leaves streaked and brushed with white and pale green, like paint strokes. The undersides are pink-purple. Every leaf is different. It is one of the most striking calatheas, and one of the fussiest.
How to tell it apart
| Plant | Leaves | The tell |
|---|---|---|
| ‘White Fusion’ | Green with white brush strokes | Random white streaks, no set pattern |
| Calathea orbifolia | Round, even silver stripes | Even stripes, much bigger leaves |
| ‘Medallion’ calathea | Round, feathered silver pattern | A set feather pattern |
Care differences
The white parts brown fast. ‘White Fusion’ needs more humidity than most calatheas, 60% or more. In a dry house, a glass cabinet or a humidifier right beside it makes the difference.
It needs brighter light than other calatheas to keep the white, but direct sun burns it. Bright indirect light is the target.
Use rainwater, filtered, or distilled water. Never let it dry out.
Reverting
In low light, new leaves come in greener. Move it brighter. Leaves that are almost all white often brown and die. That is normal.
Grow it by division
Divide the clump in spring. Each piece needs several leaves and roots. Keep it in high humidity while it recovers.
Buying it
‘White Fusion’ is sold at plant shops and some garden centers. It often looks perfect in the store, where the air is humid, and then crisps at home. Have a humid spot ready before you buy.