The Calathea Medallion is an instant head-turner when displayed. This stunning tropical plant features large oval green leaves marked with intriguing colors and patterns, contrasting beautifully with its purple undersides. As a tropical evergreen plant, it thrives indoors with medium to high humidity and minimal care, making it a perfect centerpiece for your home or office.
General Care
Sunlight:
Prefers medium to bright indirect light. Avoid placing your Calathea under direct sunlight as it can burn the leaves.
Water:
Water deeply with filtered, room-temperature water on a regular schedule, typically once a week.
Humidity:
Thrives in medium to higher humidity levels. Mist your Calathea Medallion often to keep it happy and healthy.
Soil:
Use a good quality potting mix in your garden pots.
Common Problems
Pests:
Calathea Medallion is prone to pests like aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites. To get rid of these bugs, regularly wash your plants with a hose to remove pests or boost humidity by turning your humidifier on high or spraying your plant with water.
Symptoms and Causes:
- Leaves curl or droop: This is typically caused by underwatering.
- Fading leaf colors: Usually a result of too much direct sun.
Precautions
Calathea Medallion is non-toxic to animals and humans. However, its leaves are said to be quite tasty, so it's best to keep it out of reach of pets to ensure the plant remains intact.