Calathea Medalion

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Photo featured are references of the plants that will be shipped to you. Great shape and condition. Refer to the photo provided for sizes and forms.
What you can expect to receive:
a. Leaf: minimum of 4
b. Healthy plants
c. Color: Green and white stripes

Calathea Medallion – A Living Work of Art with Ornate Foliage

Calathea Medallion is a stunning, tropical houseplant known for its intricately patterned, round leaves with deep green, silver, and purple hues. As part of the prayer plant family (Marantaceae), its leaves move in response to light changes, folding upward at night and opening during the day. This eye-catching, air-purifying plant is perfect for adding an elegant and dramatic touch to any indoor space.

Nature’s Artwork: The Beauty of Medallion Leaves

• Features round, medallion-shaped leaves with deep emerald-green patterns accented by silver brushstrokes.
• The undersides of the leaves are a rich purple-burgundy, adding a dramatic contrast when they fold at night.
• Each leaf develops unique markings, making every plant one-of-a-kind.

The Secret to Keeping Calathea Medallion Thriving

• Light Requirements: Prefers medium to bright, indirect light; direct sun can cause leaf burn.
• Watering Needs: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy—avoid tap water with chemicals.
• Humidity Preferences: Requires high humidity (60%+) for best growth; mist regularly.
• Ideal Soil Mix: A well-draining, peat-based soil mix enriched with perlite for aeration.
• Fertilization Schedule: Feed every 4-6 weeks during the growing season with a diluted liquid fertilizer.

Propagation Techniques: Expanding Your Collection

Unlike many other houseplants, Calathea Medallion cannot be propagated through cuttings. The best method is division:

Rhizome Division for Successful Propagation

1. Choose the Right Time: Best done during spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.
2. Separate the Offshoots: Gently remove the plant from its pot and look for natural separations in the root system.
3. Replant the Divisions: Place each division into its own pot with moist, well-draining soil.
4. Maintain High Humidity: Cover the new plants with a humidity dome or plastic bag for the first few weeks to encourage root establishment.

Understanding Aerial Roots & Root System Structure

• Unlike climbing plants, Calathea Medallion does not produce aerial roots.
• Instead, it grows from shallow rhizomes, which store nutrients and promote new leaf growth.
• Keeping the soil evenly moist and providing high humidity helps support strong root development.

Troubleshooting Common Growth Issues

• Leaf Curling? Indicates low humidity or underwatering—increase misting and ensure regular watering.
• Brown Leaf Edges? Often caused by tap water chemicals (chlorine, fluoride)—use distilled or filtered water.
• Drooping Leaves? A sign of shock or improper watering—adjust care routine accordingly.
• Fading Patterns? Could be due to insufficient light—move to a brighter indirect spot.