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Ctenanthe lubbersiana 'Golden Mosaic'
Cultivar: Golden Mosaic
Ctenanthe lubbersiana 'Golden Mosaic' features elongated, leathery leaves with a beautiful, irregular gold and green variegation that resembles a mosaic pattern. This clumping tropical plant is an excellent choice for tabletops or shelves in rooms with filtered light. Its bushy habit and bright leaf patterns make it a standout addition to any indoor collection.
Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe is a striking tropical plant known for its vibrant, gold-splashed foliage. It adds a bright, colorful touch to indoor spaces and thrives in low-to-medium light.
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Plant Profile
Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
Sun
Bright, indirect light to moderate shade; avoid harsh direct sunlight.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly before watering again.
Mature size
12-24 inches tall and wide
Hardiness
10-12
Growth habit
Clumping, upright tropical foliage plant
Plant type
Tropical foliage plant
Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
Good to know
Maintain consistent humidity for best foliage quality, as dry air can cause leaf edges to crisp. Protect from direct sun, which may bleach the delicate variegation.
Thrives in temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; protect from drafts and temperatures below 55°F.
Rarely flowers in indoor environments; grown primarily for its ornamental variegated foliage.
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
Sun / light
Bright, indirect light to moderate shade; avoid harsh direct sunlight.
Growth rate
Moderate
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer at half-strength during the growing season; avoid over-fertilizing.
Pruning
Remove older, yellowing, or damaged leaves at the base to encourage new growth.
Care notes
Maintain consistent humidity for best foliage quality, as dry air can cause leaf edges to crisp. Protect from direct sun, which may bleach the delicate variegation.
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
Mature size
12-24 inches tall and wide
Growth habit
Clumping, upright tropical foliage plant
Spacing
18-24 inches apart
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers in indoor environments; grown primarily for its ornamental variegated foliage.
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
Hardiness zones
10-12
Temperature
Thrives in temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; protect from drafts and temperatures below 55°F.
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly before watering again.
Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix with added perlite for aeration.
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
Container Growing
Ideal for container culture; use a pot with adequate drainage to prevent standing water.
Family
Marantaceae
Foliage Look
Variegated, leathery, elongated leaves with yellow and green mosaic patterns.
Foliage Rules
Leaves are alternate and elongated, with consistent mosaic-like yellow variegation; ensure no leaf deformities are shown in healthy stock.
Fruit Flower Look
N/A
Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are insignificant and rarely occur; do not show flowers on starter plant imagery.
Growth Habit Rules
Should appear as a clumping, non-vining, upright plant with leaves emerging from the base on stiff petioles.
Mature Plant Look
Dense, clumping, bushy plant with arching, beautifully variegated gold and green foliage.
Mature Stage Morphology
A dense, clumping habit with broad, leathery, arching leaves that feature deep-green base color accented with prominent, irregular gold splashes.
Morphology Rules
Focus on the distinct, vibrant yellow-green leaf patterns and the dense, bushy growth habit.
Plant Faqs
Does Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe need high humidity? Yes, it prefers consistent humidity to prevent leaf browning. Is this plant safe for pets? Generally considered non-toxic, but ingestion should be avoided. Can it tolerate low light? It thrives in moderate indirect light but can tolerate lower light levels. How often should I water? Keep the soil lightly moist and water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Root Look
Healthy, fibrous root system filling the plug cell.
Soil Look
Dark, well-draining, moist potting medium.
Starter Stage
Small, rooted plug with several leaves showing characteristic gold and green variegation.
Starter Stage Morphology
Young, oval-to-elongated leaves with distinct, mottled gold-yellow patterns on a soft green background.
Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe. This is Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant tropical plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor growing space you want to create. Look closely at the stunning gold and green mosaic pattern on every leaf, which brings a bright, lively energy to any interior collection. Establish your new starter by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then move it later to your desired final container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the vibrant Ctenanthe lubbersiana 'Golden Mosaic', a stunning tropical plant perfect for indoor spaces. Learn its key care requirements and how to showcase its unique golden-variegated foliage.
Youtube Video Title
Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe: Beautiful Variegated Tropical Foliage
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