Calathea rufibarba, commonly known as the Velvet Calathea or Furry Feather, is unique within its genus for the soft, fuzz-like texture on the underside of its leaves. This tall variety features deep blue-green, elongated foliage with wavy edges and striking purple undersides held up by dark red stems. Like other prayer plants, it grows upright and is known for its daily movementfolding its leaves upward at night and reopening them each morning.