Calathea roseopicta 'Shinestar'

Calathea roseopicta 'Shinestar' is an impressive variety of Calathea , appreciated for its elegant leaves, with a strong contrast between the deep green and the decorative pink markings. It is part of the Marantaceae family and is an ideal plant for interior decoration, bringing a tropical and sophisticated air to any space.

Care conditions:

✔ Light: Prefers bright indirect light, but tolerates partial shade. Does not tolerate direct sun, which can burn the leaves.

✔ Water: Requires regular watering, keeping the soil slightly moist, but without excess water. It is recommended to use filtered or rainwater, as it is sensitive to chlorine and mineral salts.

✔ Humidity: It loves high humidity ( over 60% ). To avoid drying out the leaves, it can be placed near a humidifier or in a space with higher natural humidity, such as the bathroom or kitchen.

✔ Temperature: It grows best between 18-26°C . It does not tolerate temperatures below 15°C and cold drafts.

✔ Soil: Ideal is a well-drained substrate rich in organic matter, such as a mixture of peat, perlite and pine bark .

✔ Fertilizer: Fertilize once every 2-4 weeks during the warm season (spring-summer) with a balanced liquid fertilizer for houseplants.

Common problems:

🔹 Dry or brown leaf edges – Dry air or watering with hard water. Solution: increase humidity and use filtered water.

🔹 Yellowing of leaves – Excessive watering or water stagnation at the root. Solution: reduce watering and check the drainage of the pot.

🔹 Leaves curling or shrinking – Lack of humidity or exposure to drafts. Solution: increase humidity and move to a protected location.

Calathea is a plant sensitive to temperature differences. Therefore, it is possible to receive these plants with some defects on the leaves, but these do not affect the viability of the plant.
Height with pot included 35 cm