Calathea Medallion - peacock plant

Calathea roseopicta ‘Medallion’, commonly known as the peacock plant, is one of the most appreciated Calathea varieties due to its large, round, and richly colored leaves. The upper side of the leaves features an artistic pattern in shades of dark green, silvery green, and emerald green, while the underside is colored in a deep burgundy.

Its exotic appearance and strong color contrast make this plant an excellent choice for modern interiors, tropical plant collections, and spaces where a distinctive decorative accent is desired.

🌱 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Calathea roseopicta ‘Medallion’
• Family: Marantaceae
• Common names: peacock plant, calathea medallion
• Plant type: tropical decorative foliage plant
• Leaves: large, rounded, with a complex ornamental pattern
• Coloration: dark green, silvery green, and burgundy on the underside
• Form: compact, dense, and elegant
• Growth: moderate

💧 Growing and care conditions:

• Light: prefers moderate indirect light; avoid direct sunlight
• Watering: regular; keep the substrate slightly moist without excess water
• Substrate: rich in organic matter, airy, and well-drained
• Humidity: prefers high atmospheric humidity
• Temperature: optimal growth range: 18-28°C
• Placement: protected from cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations

🌱 Secret Garden recommendation:

👉 For healthy roots and spectacular foliage, use Secret Garden’s professional substrate for Monstera & tropical plants — a balanced mix of peat, pine bark, perlite, and coconut fiber, specially designed for tropical plants sensitive to excess water.

✨ What makes it special:

• large leaves with a spectacular medallion-like pattern
• intense burgundy underside
• luxurious tropical appearance all year round
• ideal for decorating bright interiors
• one of the most popular and appreciated Calathea varieties

📌 Note: Calathea is sensitive to transport and environmental changes. Leaves may show aesthetic imperfections, slightly dry edges, deformations, or other defects resulting from transport, acclimation, or variations in temperature, light, and humidity. These aspects are common in plants from the Marantaceae family and do not affect the plant’s viability. Under optimal growing conditions, new leaves will develop normally.