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ornamentalFamily: MarantaceaeGenus: Calathea
Cultivar
Red Rose Peacock Calathea
Calathea
The Red Rose Peacock Calathea is a captivating ornamental plant valued for its intricate leaf markings and vibrant deep-toned foliage. Ideally suited for indoor environments, it adds a lush, tropical aesthetic to any collection. As an understory plant in its natural habitat, it thrives in consistent, indirect light and moderate humidity.
A stunning tropical foliage plant known for its dramatic leaf patterns and rich, deep coloration. This variety brings sophisticated texture and color to indoor living spaces.
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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.
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
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Mature size
18 to 24 inches tall and wide.
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Hardiness
11-12 (primarily grown as a houseplant)
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial.
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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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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent leaf bleaching. Consistent humidity is key to maintaining leaf health and preventing crispy edges.
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Climate note
Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80°F. Avoid drafts and temperatures below 60°F.
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Flower / fruit
Grown primarily for its foliage; flowering is rare indoors and not the primary ornamental feature.
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.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced, diluted liquid houseplant fertilizer once a month during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Trim away any older or damaged leaves at the base of the petiole to maintain a tidy appearance.
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Care notes
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent leaf bleaching. Consistent humidity is key to maintaining leaf health and preventing crispy edges.
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
18 to 24 inches tall and wide.
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial.
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Spacing
18-24 inches for display 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 indoors and not the primary ornamental feature.
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 (primarily grown as a houseplant)
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Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80°F. Avoid 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. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based or coco-coir potting mix with perlite added for aeration.
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Soil pH
6.0-6.5
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 culture in well-draining pots; appreciates the stability of indoor environments.
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Family
Marantaceae
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Foliage Look
Broad, elliptical, deeply colored leaves with complex decorative venation and patterns.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves should display distinct, intricate patterning typical of prayer-plant relatives; avoid depicting overly elongated or woody stems.
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Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Do not depict flowers on a starter-stage plant; they are not expected.
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Growth Habit Rules
Should appear as a clumping, non-vining, and non-arborescent plant.
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Mature Plant Look
A full, lush, symmetrical clump of vibrant, uniquely patterned tropical leaves.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Established clumping habit with long, sturdy petioles supporting broad, patterned leaves.
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Morphology Rules
Maintain a balanced, symmetrical clumping habit; ensure foliage appears soft-textured rather than succulent or waxy.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Red Rose Peacock Calathea need? It prefers bright, indirect light to keep leaf colors vibrant. Can I grow this plant in my bathroom? Yes, provided it gets indirect light, as the high humidity is beneficial. Why are the leaf edges turning brown? This is often a sign of low humidity or underwatering; try increasing misting or using a pebble tray.
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Root Look
Healthy, fibrous white to tan root system typical of nursery-grown plugs.
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Soil Look
Dark, rich, peat-like potting substrate that appears damp but well-structured.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plant with several developing leaves showing characteristic coloration.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Compact growth with shorter petioles and emerging leaves showing subtle or immature patterns.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Red Rose Peacock Calathea. This is Red Rose Peacock Calathea, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this beautiful tropical foliage plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the lush indoor growing space you want to create. Focus on the stunning, intricate leaf patterns and rich, deep colorations that make this variety a standout for any indoor collection. Establish your starter plant by moving it into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining potting mix, then move it later to an appropriate final container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Calathea Red Rose Peacock houseplants indoor gardening Agardeni tropical plants foliage plants starter plants
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the vibrant foliage and elegant habit of the Red Rose Peacock Calathea. This beautiful indoor plant adds a touch of tropical color to any home with its intricate leaf patterns.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Red Rose Peacock Calathea: Tips and Care
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