Calathea warszewiczii

Scientific Name: Goeppertia warszewiczii

Also Known As

Calathea warscewiczii

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

11-12

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Calathea warszewiczii plant details

Calathea warszewiczii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with burgundy, green and variegated foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. 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 humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calathea warszewiczii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: marantaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: houseplant, tropical

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calathea warszewiczii

USDA Zones: 11 - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Calathea warscewiczii, also called Jungle Velvet Plant, is a large-growing, tropical evergreen houseplant featuring velvety, arching leaves with a brilliant, two-tone green pattern. The leaf undersides exhibit a lovely maroon purple color. Grows with an upright, clumping habit. This plant makes an interesting accent for shade 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 from frost!