Calathea roseopicta 'Dottie'

Species Name: Calathea roseopicta ‘Dottie’

Common Name(s): Prayer plant, Rose Painted Calathea

Defining Characteristics:

• New foliage comes out dark green but hardens into a stark black
• Foliage has a bright pink midvein with more pink streaks on each side
• Does great in terrariums or as a houseplant in semi-shaded areas 
• Can be a challenging plant to keep for beginners

 Recommended Pot Size: Medium

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 Temperature Requirement (°F): 60-85°

 Humidity: 55-100%

 Watering Frequency: Water when the top inch of soil dries out. 

 Lighting: Bright, indirect light

 Soil Type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil

 Growth Rate: Moderate

Height at Maturity: 24 inches

Origin: South America; Brazil

 Regional Locality: Found in tropical rainforests on the forest floor

 USDA Hardiness Zone: 10

Care Notes: Needs high humidity to thrive. Grouping with other plants or growing in a terrarium can help provide the humidity levels this species needs.

Shipping Notes: Generous LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE offered.

As good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly and removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT.

The plant pictured is in a 2.5 inch pot.

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