Common Names: Prayer Plant, Medallion Prayer Plant, Rose Painted Calathea
Collections:
Pet Friendly
Colorful Foliage
Size
About
Calathea Medallion is a real knockout. The top of each leaf has distinctive patters in a variety of greens, while the bottom of each leaf is saturated with a deep red color. This looker is a unique addition to any room or plant collection, and will reward an attentive plant parent with quite the botanical show. Calatheas are pet safe!
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers medium sunlight. Tolerates low sunlight or artificial lighting. Growth will slow in low light conditions. Bright sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers to remain consistently moist. Tolerates heavy handed watering. Will not tolerate excessive drying.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers to have soil that maintains high levels of moisture without getting soggy. Slow drainage is still good drainage. Always ensure that your pots have drainage holes.