{"product_id":"rosey-calathea-calathea-roseapicta-rosy","title":"Calathea roseopicta 'Rosy'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":20}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Calathea roseopicta (pink-painted basket-plant) 'Rosy'\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCalathea roseopicta (pink-painted basket-plant) 'Rosy'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":20}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Calathea roseopicta (pink-painted basket-plant) 'Rosy'\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis species, along with most of the genus, has been reclassified so it is part of the Goeppertia genus; it has the more proper scientific name Goeppertia roseopicta.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Rose-Painted Calathea, Medallion Calathea, Goeppertia, Medallion Prayer Plant, Rosey Calathea, \"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRose-Painted Calathea, Medallion Calathea, Goeppertia, Medallion Prayer Plant, Rosey Calathea, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Native to tropical areas of South and Central America\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eNative to tropical areas of South and Central America\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The stunning foliage of the Rosey Calathea, native to tropical parts of the Americas, immediately draws the eye. The bright pink centres of the leaves stand out against the deep green edges and provide a bold, leafy centrepiece or coffee-table ornament, bringing the mystery of the tropical jungle into your home. Location is important for this plant; it likes to be warm and humid like its tropical home. Varying light and warmth levels across the year can affect this so make sure to keep an eye on its soil to ensure it does not grow too soggy or dried-out! Like humans with their central heating or air con, calatheas like to feel just right.\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe stunning foliage of the Rosey Calathea, native to tropical parts of the Americas, immediately draws the eye. The bright pink centres of the leaves stand out against the deep green edges and provide a bold, leafy centrepiece or coffee-table ornament, bringing the mystery of the tropical jungle into your home. Location is important for this plant; it likes to be warm and humid like its tropical home. Varying light and warmth levels across the year can affect this so make sure to keep an eye on its soil to ensure it does not grow too soggy or dried-out! Like humans with their central heating or air con, calatheas like to feel just right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Thrives in bright, indirect light, but will tolerate some shade as the red undersides of its leaves stop too much light escaping.\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThrives in bright, indirect light, but will tolerate some shade as the red undersides of its leaves stop too much light escaping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAllow the top few inches of soil to dry out in between watering; if possible, use rainwater rather than tapwater, or at least allow tap water to sit out for 24 hours to allow chemicals in it to settle. Water with tepid or lukewarm water to avoid shocking the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis plant needs high humidity, so will appreciate regular misting and not being too close to a radiator or other heat source which might dry it out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant in fast draining, but moisture retentive soil. A mix with added bark or perlite would be ideal. Repot every two years in spring, and water a day in advance to combat transplant shock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFeed every four waters in the growing season, reduce to every six in autumn and winter. Pre-water the soil before applying 'ready to use' products to protect the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal temperature is above 20°C; make sure it does not get colder than 12°C in winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eYes, but too much nibbling won't be good for pets, small humans or the plant!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis plant can be fussy so choose your location carefully. If it's in an especially bright spot remember it will need more frequent misting\/ watering to retain humidity levels!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Small swollen nodules will grow along Calathea roots- this is healthy and they are used to store water and nutrients, so don't cut them off when you're repotting!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":897,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eSmall swollen nodules will grow along Calathea roots- this is healthy and they are used to store water and nutrients, so don't cut them off when you're repotting!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDid you know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe name 'calathea', from the Greek καλαθος ('basket'), comes from the use of the plant's waxy leaves to make waterproof baskets and transport fish in South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":43406898757885,"sku":"1404232585071","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"12cm","offer_id":43406898790653,"sku":"9304232585071","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"14cm","offer_id":45327982985469,"sku":"6423933028171","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/rosey-calathea-calathea-roseopicta-rosy-551845.jpg?v=1718249918","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/rosey-calathea-calathea-roseapicta-rosy","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}