Calathea Warscewiczii《紫背天鹅绒竹芋》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Calathea warscewiczii:

• Soft, velvety leaves with bold green markings

• Elegant purple undersides for added depth and contrast

• Eye-catching, yet soothing in tone and movement

• Pet-safe and air-purifying

• Perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, or serene corners

🌿 Calathea warscewiczii – Care Guide

Also known as Goeppertia warscewiczii, this stunning tropical beauty is loved for its velvety, deep green leaves with lighter feathered markings and rich burgundy undersides. With soft, touchable foliage and a regal, upright habit, it adds drama and elegance to any indoor plant collection.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Best in bright, indirect light

• Tolerates moderate shade

• Keep out of direct sun to prevent leaf scorching and color fading

💧 Watering

• Water when the top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil feels dry

• Soil should stay moist but never soggy

• Use filtered or rainwater to avoid mineral buildup, which can cause leaf edges to brown

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use a well-aerated, moisture-retaining mix: coco peat, perlite, and compost

• Pot must have drainage holes

• Repot yearly or when rootbound to refresh the soil

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Thrives in warm conditions: 18–26°C (65–78°F)

• Requires high humidity – mist often or use a humidifier

• Avoid cold drafts or temperatures below 15°C (59°F)

🍃 Fertilizing

• Feed once a month during the growing season (spring to summer)

• Use a diluted balanced fertilizer

• Skip fertilizing in cooler, dormant months

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove yellowed or browning leaves to maintain plant health and appearance

• Wipe leaves gently with a damp cloth to keep them dust-free

• Can be propagated by division during repotting

✅ Ideal For

• Humid indoor spaces, plant corners, or tropical-inspired rooms

• Plant lovers seeking texture and foliage drama

• Pet-friendly homes – safe for cats and dogs

⚠️ Pet Safety

• Calathea warscewiczii is non-toxic to pets and humans 🐾

Calathea warscewiczii is more than just a houseplant—it’s a living, breathing piece of art that brings depth, richness, and calm to any room.