Calathea roseopicta 'Purple Rose'

Scientific Name: Goeppertia roseopicta 'Purple Rose'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-15"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

10a-12

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Calathea roseopicta 'Purple Rose' plant details

Calathea roseopicta 'Purple Rose' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, purple and variegated foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calathea roseopicta 'Purple Rose'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: marantaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, purple and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calathea roseopicta 'Purple Rose'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Calathea roseopicta ‘Purple Rose’ is a showy tropical displaying oval leaves with hot pink centers edged with a dark olive to purple maroon, adding even more color. Grows with an upright, clumping habit. An interesting accent for shady containers.

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How to Grow Calathea roseopicta 'Purple Rose'

Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Water Needs
- regular
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade