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Calathea Medallion - NL《彩虹竹芋》
Genus: Calathea
Suitable spaces: Indoors and Shaded Outdoors
🌿 Why You’ll Love Calathea ‘Medallion’:
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Bold, rounded foliage with unique green and silver patterns
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Underside of leaves reveal a vibrant purple hue
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Adds artistic flair and tropical calm to indoor spaces
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Pet-friendly and air-purifying
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A standout piece for plant shelves, corners, or tabletops
🌿 Calathea Medallion – Care Guide
Calathea Medallion is one of the most popular and show-stopping prayer plants, admired for its bold, round leaves with medallion-like patterns—deep green tops with light green feathering and rich purple undersides. Known for its daily leaf movements, this beauty adds elegance and movement to any indoor space.
☀️ Light Requirements
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Prefers bright, indirect light
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Can tolerate lower light, but may grow slower
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Avoid direct sunlight – it can burn or fade leaf patterns
💧 Watering
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Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy
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Water when the top 2–3 cm (1 inch) feels dry
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Use filtered or rainwater if possible (sensitive to tap chemicals)
🌱 Soil & Potting
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Use a light, well-draining mix (peat + perlite or coco coir mix)
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Pot should have good drainage
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Repot every 1–2 years or when rootbound
🌡️ Temperature & Humidity
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Loves warm temps: 18–26°C (65–78°F)
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Keep away from drafts and cold air (below 15°C / 59°F)
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Needs high humidity – mist daily, use a pebble tray or humidifier
🍃 Fertilizing
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Feed monthly during growing season (spring–summer)
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Use a balanced, diluted houseplant fertilizer
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Avoid over-fertilizing (can cause leaf browning)
✂️ Pruning & Maintenance
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Remove brown or yellowing leaves regularly
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Wipe leaves occasionally to keep them dust-free and vibrant
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Repot in fresh soil when growth slows
✅ Ideal For
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Modern interiors, shaded corners, tropical plant collections
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Plant parents who enjoy a lush, leafy look
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Homes with higher humidity or a humidifier setup
⚠️ Pet Safety
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Calathea Medallion is non-toxic – safe for pets and children!
Calathea ‘Medallion’ is the perfect choice if you’re looking for a show-stopping houseplant that’s as expressive as it is elegant.
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Notes:
Next-day delivery currently limited to Penang Island, Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth, Prai, Simpang Empat, Jawi, Nibong Tebal, Kulim, Sungai Petani and Alor Setar only at this moment. Expanding delivery zones soon. Stay tuned for updates!
We are working with other delivery partners for deliveries to other areas in Kedah and Perlis, please get in touch with us for more information.
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Product images are for illustration purposes only. Actual flowers and arrangements may vary due to seasonal availability and natural differences.