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Calathea Medallion

Goeppertia roseopicta 'Medallion'

Other known names: Rose-painted calathea

A broad patterned prayer plant with purple leaf backs.

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LightMedium to bright indirectWaterKeep lightly moist, never waterloggedDifficultyIntermediateSafetyNon-toxic

Non-toxic. This is not a guarantee of safety. Avoid eating houseplants and contact a veterinarian or poison service if exposure causes symptoms.

Care

Light
Medium to bright indirect
Water
Keep lightly moist, never waterlogged
Growing medium
Moisture-retentive but airy tropical mix
Feeding
Light balanced feeding during active growth
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
High preferred

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Characteristics

A broad patterned prayer plant with purple leaf backs.

Names & botanical identity

Accepted name
Goeppertia roseopicta 'Medallion'
Plant group
Prayer Plants
Cultivar
Medallion
Other known names
Rose-painted calathea
Safety
Non-toxic
This is not a guarantee of safety. Avoid eating houseplants and contact a veterinarian or poison service if exposure causes symptoms.

Growth

Growth habit
Warm-climate foliage plant
Native range
Tropical and subtropical regions
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
High preferred
Difficulty
Intermediate

Propagation

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Problems to recognize

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History & lineage

Calathea Medallion is recorded botanically as Goeppertia roseopicta 'Medallion'. Lorekeeper keeps accepted and former names connected so the guide remains findable as taxonomy changes.

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