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Calathea Medallion Variegated

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Why it’s special?

Feathered green medallion pattern
Deep purple leaf undersides
Pet-safe non-toxic foliage
Prayer-plant leaf movement
Loves shade and humidity

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🌎 Country of origin: India

Calathea Medallion (Goeppertia veitchiana) is a popular prayer plant with large, rounded leaves displaying a feathered, painterly pattern of light and dark green on top and a dramatic deep purple-maroon underside. The upright rosette habit gives a full, lush appearance, and the leaves rise and fold at night, opening again by day. It thrives in warm, humid, medium-light conditions with consistently moist soil. Non-toxic to pets, it is a safe and beautiful choice for homes with cats and dogs. Best for shaded, humid rooms, Calathea Medallion brings rich colour and intricate patterning to indoor plant displays and styled interiors.

Specifications

Family	Marantaceae
Native region	South America
Mature height	45-60 cm
Mature spread	45-60 cm
Growth rate	Moderate
Foliage	Rounded, feathered green; purple underside
Flower colour	—
Flower season	—
Climate zone	Tropical, indoor across India

Care guide

Sunlight	Medium to bright indirect light; no direct sun.
Watering	Keep evenly moist; never fully dry.
Soil / mix	Light, airy, moisture-retentive mix.
Temperature	18-29 C; protect from cold below 15 C.
Humidity	High humidity essential (60%+).
Fertilizer	Diluted balanced feed monthly in season.
Pruning	Remove damaged leaves at the base.
Repotting	Every 1-2 years in spring.
Propagation	Division at repotting.
Pests & problems	Spider mites in dry air; fungus gnats.
Toxicity / safety	Non-toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Difficulty	Moderate to difficult

Uses

Lush patterned foliage plant for shaded, humid indoor spaces and pet-friendly homes. Ideal as a styled tabletop or shelf statement.

Growing tips

In India keep Medallion in warm humid shade and water with filtered or rainwater; group plants or use a pebble tray to lift humidity, and avoid direct sun and hard water.

Calathea Medallion Care

Calathea Medallion (Goeppertia veitchiana) is a humidity-loving prayer plant that thrives in bright, indirect light away from harsh afternoon sun, which can scorch its patterned leaves. Keep the soil lightly moist but never soggy, using room-temperature filtered or rainwater to avoid leaf-edge browning from hard tap water. Mist regularly or group it with other plants to raise humidity, and wipe the broad leaves to keep them dust-free and photosynthesising well.

Why buy Calathea Medallion online in India

Calatheas are sensitive travellers, and long courier journeys often leave them crisped and stressed on arrival. GardenGo stocks the Calathea Medallion Variegated locally and delivers fast in serviced areas, so your plant arrives alive, hydrated and ready to settle in rather than half-dead after days in transit. You can also add compatible potting mix, a decorative pot and plant food to the same order.

Where to place Calathea Medallion

This plant is ideal for bright bathrooms, kitchens and living rooms where warmth and humidity stay steady through the day. Position it a metre or so back from an east- or north-facing window so it gets plenty of soft, indirect light without direct rays. Avoid cold draughts, air-conditioning vents and doorways, as sudden temperature swings can cause the leaves to curl and fade.

Calathea Medallion Benefits & Uses

Prized for its striking rounded leaves with dark-green and variegated markings and deep purple undersides, the Calathea Medallion is a standout decorative foliage plant for Indian homes and offices. Its leaves fold upward in the evening and open again by day, a natural prayer-plant movement that makes it endlessly interesting to keep. It is also non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a safe choice for pet-friendly households.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Calathea Medallion?

Keep the soil evenly moist, watering when the top just starts to dry. Avoid soggy soil and never let it dry out completely.

What light does it need?

Medium to bright indirect light. Direct sun fades the pattern and scorches the leaves.

Is Calathea Medallion safe for pets?

Yes. It is non-toxic to cats, dogs and humans, making it a safe choice for pet households.

Why are the edges browning?

Brown edges usually mean low humidity or hard tap water. Raise humidity and use filtered or rainwater.

How do I propagate it?

Propagate by dividing the clump at repotting; it cannot be grown from leaf or stem cuttings.

When should I repot it?

Repot every 1-2 years in spring with a light, moisture-retentive mix, treating roots gently.

Does it bloom indoors?

It rarely flowers indoors and is grown for its richly patterned foliage.

Can I keep it outdoors?

Only in deep, humid shade; in most of India it performs best as an indoor plant.

Why are the leaves curling or fading?

Curling and fading point to underwatering, low humidity, cold or too much light. Keep it moist, warm, humid and shaded.

How should I fertilize it?

Feed a diluted balanced fertilizer once a month in the growing season and stop in winter.

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