Calathea Roseopicta "Medallion"
Calathea Roseopicta, also called Rose Painted Calathea, certainly earns its name with striking foliage and bright patterns. It’s all about the large oval and glossy leaves that are green on top and purple on the bottom. Each leaf has a distinctive pattern that looks like the outline of a smaller leaf.
Calathea Roseopicta has a bunching habit and plants average around 20 inches tall and wide. In addition, there are numerous cultivars available with differing leaf colors and patterns.
Calathea Medallion is a classic variety with large dark green leaves, banded with silver and emerald green. The backs of the leaves are a deep red-purple which adds to its tropical charm.
Basic Care
Calathea Roseopicta needs bright indirect light, consistently moist soil, and high humidity. The soil should be well-draining with enough aeration material to never become soggy. Normal room temperatures are suitable; avoid cold below 60ºF (15ºC).
Feed lightly during the growing season with a weak dose of a nitrogen-rich foliage fertilizer once or twice a month during the growing season.
What You Get
You will receive one of the exact plants shown, growing in a 6" nursery pot.
