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Goeppertia roseopicta

Also Known As

Calathea roseopicta
Rose Painted Calathea

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

10a-12

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Goeppertia roseopicta plant details

Goeppertia roseopicta is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with burgundy, chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Goeppertia roseopicta

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: marantaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Goeppertia roseopicta

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Calathea roseopicta, also called Rose Painted Calathea, is a showy tropical displaying oval, dark green leaves highlighted with rosy pink and silvery green markings. Leaf undersides are reddish maroon, adding even more color. Upright, clumping habit. An interesting accent for shady containers. Calatheas grow best in an evenly moist, well-drained soil. Feed with a slow-release fertilizer at planting. Beautiful accent for borders, containers or as houseplants. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE from frost!