Product description
The Calathea Medallion is a striking indoor plant known for its large, oval leaves with a deep green upper surface decorated with soft silver-green patterns towards the centre. The undersides of the leaves are a rich, deep purple, adding an additional layer of visual interest. A distinctive feature of this plant is its natural leaf movement: the leaves fold gently inward in the evening and open again in the morning, giving it a lively, dynamic quality that makes it immediately noticeable in any interior setting.
This Calathea Medallion stands at 45 cm in height and comes in a pot with a diameter of 17 cm, making it a compact yet visually impactful addition to any indoor space.
Use & position
The Calathea Medallion thrives in a position with indirect, filtered light, making it well suited to interior environments where direct sunlight is limited or absent. It is an excellent choice for offices, hotel lobbies, reception areas, healthcare facilities, and hospitality settings where a touch of natural greenery is welcome without the need for bright windows. For a complementary green accent in similar low-light spaces, you might also consider the Dracaena Deremensis Rikki indoor plant with basket.
Direct sunlight should be avoided, as it can cause the distinctive leaf markings to fade or the leaves to sustain damage. A spot set back from a south-facing window, or near a north or east-facing window, typically works well for this plant.
Care
The Calathea Medallion prefers consistently moist soil. Water the plant one to two times per week, adjusting frequency according to the humidity level in the space, and ensure that the pot does not sit in standing water, as waterlogged roots can cause damage.
Filtered or indirect light is essential for maintaining the health and appearance of the foliage. This plant is suitable for indoor use only and performs best in a stable, warm indoor environment away from draughts and cold air.
Product features
The Calathea Medallion (Calathea veitchiana) reaches a height of 45 cm and is supplied in a nursery pot with a diameter of 17 cm. The foliage displays a deep green upper surface with silver-green patterning, and a deep purple underside. The plant exhibits natural nyctinasty, meaning the leaves open and close in response to light levels throughout the day.
This is a living indoor plant intended for use in interior environments with indirect, filtered light.
Business ordering & delivery
Hidalgo has supplied over 1,800 business clients with quality plants since 1993, and business customers can order on invoice directly through the webshop. For larger projects involving multiple rooms or locations, a tailored quotation is available on request.
Orders placed before 13:00 are dispatched the same day, ensuring your plants arrive promptly and in good condition.
