💚 Calathea Warscewiczii
Calathea warscewiczii
Also called Jungle Velvet, this calathea has velvety dark green leaves with light green chevron patterns and rich burgundy undersides.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Central America (Costa Rica & Nicaragua)
☀️ Light: Bright, indirect light
💧 Water: Keep soil evenly moist; enjoys higher humidity
📏 Size: 2–3 ft tall and wide
🌸 Bloom Time: Rare indoors; cone-like cream flowers in ideal conditions
🪴 Houseplant Use: Adds bold, velvety texture to living rooms, bedrooms, or grouped tropical displays
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Pot in Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend to maintain even soil moisture and support vibrant foliage growth