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ornamentalFamily: MarantaceaeGenus: Calathea
Cultivar
Calathea Dottie
Calathea
This stunning cultivar features broad, ovate leaves that create a bold statement with their dark purple-to-black coloration and distinct bright pink margins and central veins. As a member of the prayer plant family, its foliage exhibits natural movement, folding slightly at night. It thrives in humid indoor environments with indirect light and consistent, moderate moisture.
Calathea Dottie is a striking ornamental houseplant prized for its deep, near-black foliage accented with vibrant, glowing pink patterns. Its compact growth habit and dramatic leaf coloration make it an ideal choice for indoor collections.
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Plant Detail
A closer look at the fruit, flower, foliage, or mature defining characteristics of this cultivar.
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Repotting / Start Growing
Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh, direct sun exposure.
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels slightly dry to the touch.
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Mature size
Approximately 12 to 18 inches tall and wide.
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Hardiness
Typically grown indoors; strictly tropical and not frost hardy.
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial with an upright, bushy form.
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Maintain high humidity levels to prevent leaf edges from browning or curling. Avoid direct sunlight which can fade the intense dark leaf coloration.
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Climate note
Prefers consistent room temperatures between 65°F and 80°F. Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.
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Flower / fruit
Grown primarily for its foliage; flowering is rare in indoor container settings.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh, direct sun exposure.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half-strength once per month during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Prune away damaged or yellowing leaves at the base of the stem to maintain plant health and appearance.
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Care notes
Maintain high humidity levels to prevent leaf edges from browning or curling. Avoid direct sunlight which can fade the intense dark leaf coloration.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
Approximately 12 to 18 inches tall and wide.
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial with an upright, bushy form.
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Spacing
12-18 inches apart for container groupings.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Grown primarily for its foliage; flowering is rare in indoor container settings.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
Typically grown indoors; strictly tropical and not frost hardy.
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Temperature
Prefers consistent room temperatures between 65°F and 80°F. Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels slightly dry to the touch.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains moisture while allowing excess water to pass through.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.0
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19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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More Plant Data
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Container Growing
Perfect for indoor containers; ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent root rot.
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Family
Marantaceae
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Foliage Look
Dark, velvety, oval-shaped leaves with glowing pink marginal patterns and veins.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves must be dark purple-to-black with bright, consistent pink outlines and midribs; ensure leaf edges are smooth and not serrated.
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Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable as this is a foliage-focused cultivar.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Do not depict flowers on starter plants or as a primary feature.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain a symmetrical, clumping form without woody stems; do not depict as a trailing plant.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, compact, ornamental clump with vibrant, dark, high-contrast foliage.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Mature, broad leaves with a lush, full appearance and strong color contrast between the dark foliage and bright pink leaf architecture.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure foliage is depicted as broad and ovate; maintain accurate contrast between dark blades and pink veining.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Calathea Dottie need? It prefers bright, indirect light to maintain its rich color. Can I grow this in a bathroom? Yes, it appreciates the natural humidity found in bathrooms.
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Root Look
Healthy white-to-light-tan fibrous roots within a firm, moist plug structure.
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Soil Look
Dark, rich, peat-based potting substrate with a moist, crumbly appearance.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plant with developing leaves displaying the signature dark purple hues and faint pink outlines.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Soft, emerging leaves with a distinct oval shape and compact, low-to-the-stem branching typical of early-stage liners.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Calathea Dottie. This is Calathea Dottie, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Calathea Dottie become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the lush, tropical indoor environment you want to create. The defining feature of this plant is its rich, dark foliage, beautifully contrasted by sharp, vibrant pink veins and margins that catch the eye. Establish your starter plant by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then move to a final indoor container once established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the beauty of Calathea Dottie, a popular tropical houseplant defined by its dark foliage and vibrant pink veining. Learn how to provide the ideal indoor environment for this striking ornamental.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Calathea Dottie: Stunning Pink Foliage
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