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ornamentalFamily: MarantaceaeGenus: CalatheaSpecies: medallion
Cultivar
Medallion Calathea
Calathea medallion
The Medallion Calathea is renowned for its decorative, broad foliage featuring a striking contrast of deep green centers, creamy brushstrokes, and deep purple undersides. This tropical beauty adds a sophisticated, lush aesthetic to any interior space. As a shade-loving plant, it is an excellent choice for indoor environments where it can serve as a dramatic focal point.
Calathea 'Medallion' is a stunning tropical foliage plant prized for its large, round leaves with intricate silver and dark green patterns. It thrives as a beautiful indoor houseplant in low to medium light conditions.
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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 direct sunlight which can scorch the delicate leaves.
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; use filtered or distilled water to avoid mineral buildup on leaf margins.
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Mature size
1-2 feet tall and wide
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Hardiness
11-12; best grown as a houseplant in most regions
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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
Calathea 'Medallion' requires high humidity to prevent leaf edges from browning. Consistent warmth and filtered light are essential for maintaining the vibrant leaf patterns.
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Climate note
Prefers steady temperatures between 65-80°F; protect from drafts and cold air.
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Flower / fruit
Primarily grown for its foliage; flowering is rare in indoor settings and is insignificant compared to the dramatic leaf 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 direct sunlight which can scorch the delicate leaves.
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Growth rate
moderate
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer during the growing season; avoid over-fertilizing to prevent salt accumulation.
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Pruning
Remove yellowed or damaged leaves at the base to maintain plant vigor and appearance.
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Care notes
Calathea 'Medallion' requires high humidity to prevent leaf edges from browning. Consistent warmth and filtered light are essential for maintaining the vibrant leaf patterns.
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
1-2 feet tall and wide
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Spacing
1.5-2 feet
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
Primarily grown for its foliage; flowering is rare in indoor settings and is insignificant compared to the dramatic leaf 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; best grown as a houseplant in most regions
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Temperature
Prefers steady temperatures between 65-80°F; protect from drafts and cold air.
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; use filtered or distilled water to avoid mineral buildup on leaf margins.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains moisture while allowing excess water to escape.
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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
Perfect for indoor containers; ensure the pot has drainage holes and keep in a stable, humid environment.
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Family
Marantaceae
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Foliage Look
broad round leaves, silver-grey center, dark green rim, burgundy underside
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are broad and round; prioritize the distinct feather-like variegation pattern in imagery.
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Fruit Flower Look
rare, small, pale purple to white flower spike
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Fruit Flower Rules
Insignificant, non-ornamental bloom; do not depict flowers on starter or juvenile plants.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain clumping habit without over-stretching; leaves should be densely clustered at the base.
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Mature Plant Look
lush, compact, clumping tropical foliage with highly patterned circular leaves
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, round, orbicular leaves with dark green borders and lighter silver-cream variegation, featuring deep burgundy-purple undersides.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure the signature deep-purple leaf underside is represented for botanical accuracy.
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Plant Faqs
Does Calathea 'Medallion' need direct sunlight? No, it prefers bright, indirect light; direct sun can damage the leaves. How often should I water my Medallion Calathea? Keep the soil consistently moist, watering when the top inch of soil feels dry. Is the Medallion Calathea hard to grow? It requires attention to humidity and water quality, making it best for those who can monitor its environment. How big does a mature Medallion Calathea get? It typically reaches 1-2 feet in height and width.
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Root Look
healthy white roots filling the nursery plug
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Soil Look
dark, rich, peat-based organic potting mix
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Starter Stage
Small, compact plug with several developing leaves showing early variegation patterns.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young plants feature smaller, more oval-shaped leaves with distinct silver-grey zones developing on the leaf blade.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Medallion Calathea. This is Medallion Calathea, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Medallion Calathea become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor tropical environment you want to create. These large, round leaves display a dramatic contrast of dark green borders, silver patterns, and a rich, burgundy-purple underside that anchors any room. Establish your starter by repotting the plug into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, later moving to a permanent decorative container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Calathea Calathea Medallion Tropical Foliage Houseplants Indoor Garden Plant Care Agardeni Starter Plants
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the vibrant foliage of the Medallion Calathea. This tropical houseplant is perfect for creating lush, patterned displays in your indoor garden.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Calathea 'Medallion' Tropical Foliage
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