{"product_id":"calathea-roseopicta-medallion-6-pot","title":"Calathea roseopicta medallion - 6\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalathea roseopicta 'Medallion' is a striking evergreen prayer plant grown for its broad, oval leaves patterned with feathery rings of cream, pink and silvery green above a rich purple-maroon underside. Each leaf looks like a hand-painted medallion, giving the plant its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike other Calatheas (now classed botanically as Goeppertia), it is a 'prayer plant' whose leaves rise and fold at night and relax by day. It thrives in the warm, humid conditions found across much of India, making it a popular choice for shaded balconies, bright bathrooms and indoor living spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt stays compact, rarely exceeding 50 cm, and is non-toxic, making it a safe, decorative pick for homes with pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarantaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrazil (tropical South America)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40-50 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40-50 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen; large rounded leaves with pink-cream feathered rings on green, purple underside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsignificant; rarely flowers indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely flowers as a houseplant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical; grown indoors across India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light; protect from direct sun which scorches and fades the leaves. Tolerates medium light.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil lightly moist, not soggy. Water when top 2-3 cm feels dry; reduce in winter. Avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, airy, well-draining mix rich in organic matter; peat\/coco-peat with perlite. Keep pH slightly acidic.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal 18-29 C. Avoid below 15 C and cold draughts; protect from harsh summer heat above 32 C.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoves high humidity (60%+). Mist, group plants or use a pebble tray; dry air causes crispy leaf edges.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed monthly with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer during spring-monsoon growth; stop in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal; snip off yellowed, browned or damaged leaves at the base to keep the plant tidy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot every 1-2 years in spring into a slightly larger pot; refresh the potting mix at the same time.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy division of the rootball at repotting; separate clumps with roots and pot up individually.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for spider mites (in dry air), mealybugs, aphids and fungus gnats; wipe leaves and treat early.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic to cats, dogs and humans; safe around pets and children.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;A decorative foliage plant valued for indoor styling and air-freshening greenery.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Tabletop, shelf and desk accent in living rooms and offices\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bright bathrooms and kitchens where humidity is naturally higher\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Shaded, sheltered balconies and verandas\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Pet- and child-safe homes thanks to its non-toxic foliage\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In Indian conditions, keep \u0026amp;#039;Medallion\u0026amp;#039; out of direct sun behind a sheer curtain. The monsoon\u0026amp;#039;s natural humidity suits it well; during the dry winter and peak summer, raise humidity with a pebble tray or regular misting.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Use filtered, rainwater or RO water if your tap water is hard or heavily chlorinated, as Calatheas are sensitive to salts and fluoride that cause leaf browning. Feed lightly through the spring-to-monsoon growing season and move it away from cold draughts and AC vents in winter.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my Calathea Medallion's leaf edges turning brown and crispy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is almost always due to low humidity or salts in tap water. Raise humidity with a pebble tray or misting, and water with filtered, RO or rainwater to prevent leaf-edge browning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Calathea Medallion safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Calathea roseopicta is non-toxic to cats, dogs and humans, making it one of the safest decorative foliage plants for homes with pets and small children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need indoors in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright, indirect light is best. Keep it near a window with a sheer curtain. Direct sun fades and scorches the patterns, while very deep shade slows growth and dulls the colours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51047977681142,"sku":"PLT-CALATHEARO2-P06-NA","price":250.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-plants-calathea-roseopicta-medallion-calathea-marion-plant_ce9e6672-f473-4270-8e8b-78f4c7d6bd1e.jpg?v=1782710995","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/calathea-roseopicta-medallion-6-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}