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ornamentalFamily: MarantaceaeGenus: Calathea
Cultivar
Calathea Medallion
Calathea
The Medallion Calathea is prized for its dramatic, broad leaves that exhibit intricate patterns of deep forest green and vibrant silver. As a member of the prayer plant family, its foliage folds upward in the evening, highlighting the rich purple-burgundy undersides. This tropical plant thrives in humid, shaded indoor environments and makes a bold statement in any collection of foliage plants.
Calathea Medallion is a stunning tropical houseplant known for its large, rounded, highly patterned foliage that features deep green colors and silvery accents. It is a popular choice for indoor environments where its prayer-plant habits provide constant visual interest.
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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 which can scorch the delicate foliage.
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch to dry slightly between waterings, but never allow the plant to sit in standing water.
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Mature size
1.5-2 feet tall and wide.
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Hardiness
11-12; typically grown as an indoor houseplant in most regions.
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial with an upright, spreading 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 consistent high humidity and avoid direct sunlight to keep the leaf edges from browning. Use distilled or filtered water to prevent leaf spotting from tap water minerals.
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Climate note
Prefers warm temperatures between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit; keep away from cold drafts or heating vents.
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Flower / fruit
Rarely flowers indoors; grown primarily for its exceptional foliage display.
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 which can scorch the delicate foliage.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half-strength during the active growing season, approximately once a month.
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Pruning
Regularly trim off any older, yellowing, or damaged leaves at the base of the stem to encourage healthy new growth.
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Care notes
Maintain consistent high humidity and avoid direct sunlight to keep the leaf edges from browning. Use distilled or filtered water to prevent leaf spotting from tap water minerals.
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
1.5-2 feet tall and wide.
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial with an upright, spreading form.
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Spacing
2 feet apart in a group planting.
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
Rarely flowers indoors; grown primarily for its exceptional foliage display.
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
11-12; typically grown as an indoor houseplant in most regions.
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Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit; keep away from cold drafts or heating vents.
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. Allow the top inch to dry slightly between waterings, but never allow the plant to sit in standing water.
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Soil
Rich, well-draining peat-based potting mix that retains moisture while allowing excess water to escape.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Excellent for container growing; ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes and use a slightly porous, aerated mix.
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Family
Marantaceae
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Foliage Look
Broad, elliptical, dark green leaves with silvery-white feathered variegation and rich burgundy undersides.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves must be wide and rounded; must display the characteristic Medallion coloration.
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Fruit Flower Look
Insignificant, rare, small white flowers tucked near the base if they appear at all.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Do not depict flowers on juvenile plants.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain a clump-forming habit; do not allow to become leggy.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, dense clumping houseplant with wide, highly ornamental foliage in a dark and silver pattern.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, rounded leaves with distinctive feathered silver, light green, and dark green patterns; purple underside.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure foliage maintains the specific rounded, patterned look consistent with the Medallion cultivar.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Calathea Medallion need? It prefers bright, indirect light; direct sun will burn the leaves. Is this plant safe for pets? Calathea species are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. Why are the leaf edges turning brown? This is often due to low humidity or using tap water with heavy mineral content.
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Root Look
Fibrous, healthy root system typical of a nursery plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, damp, peaty potting substrate.
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Starter Stage
Compact, small plug with 2-3 developing leaves showing early patterns.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young leaves may appear slightly simpler in pattern; roots should be healthy and established in the propagation plug.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Calathea Medallion. This is Calathea Medallion, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Calathea Medallion become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor tropical environment you want to create. The defining feature of this variety is its large, rounded foliage, characterized by intricate silver, dark green patterns and a deep purple underside. Establish your starter by repotting it into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining potting mix, then move it later to an appropriate final decorative container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Calathea Medallion tropical plant indoor plants houseplant care Agardeni foliage prayer plant starter plant Medallion Calathea
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Youtube Video Summary
Learn how to care for the beautiful Calathea Medallion, known for its intricate, silver-patterned foliage and tropical charm. This guide covers the essential steps to keep your indoor plant healthy and vibrant.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Calathea Medallion: Care and Indoor Tropical Foliage Tips
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