Calathea roseopicta ‘Princess Jessie’ - babyplant

Calathea roseopicta ‘Princess Jessie’, also known as the peacock plant or pink calathea, is one of the most spectacular Calathea varieties available. Its large, glossy leaves display an impressive contrast between very dark burgundy-black shades and intense pink-magenta edges and veins, creating an exotic and sophisticated effect.

This variety instantly transforms any room into an elegant and modern space, highly appreciated by tropical plant collectors for its unique coloring.

🌱 Botanical characteristics:

• Botanical name: Calathea roseopicta ‘Princess Jessie’
• Family: Marantaceae
• Common names: peacock plant, pink calathea
• Plant type: tropical decorative foliage plant
• Leaves: oval, glossy, in very dark burgundy shades, almost black, with pink-magenta accents
• Appearance: compact and lush
• Growth: slow to moderate

💧 Growing and care conditions:

• Light: prefers moderate indirect light; avoid direct sunlight
• Watering: regular, keeping the substrate slightly moist but without excess water
• Substrate: airy, rich in organic matter, and well-drained
• Humidity: prefers high atmospheric humidity
• Temperature: optimal growth range: 18-28°C
• Air currents: should be avoided, as well as sudden temperature changes

🌱 Secret Garden recommendation:

For healthy roots and spectacular foliage, use Secret Garden’s professional substrate for Monstera & tropical plants — a balanced and airy mix suitable for most tropical decorative foliage plants.

✨ What makes it special:

• spectacular leaves in almost black shades
• strong contrast with pink-magenta veins and edges
• exotic and elegant appearance
• ideal for modern decor and rare plant collections
• a plant that immediately draws attention with its unusual coloring

📌 Note: Calathea is sensitive to transport, humidity differences, and environmental changes. Some leaves may show slightly dry edges, small imperfections, or deformations caused during transport or acclimatization. These aspects do not affect the plant’s viability and are common in species from the Marantaceae family.

Height including pot: approx. 18 cm - baby plant