Calathea Roseopicta 'Maui Queen'

Calathea 'Maui Queen', Goeppertia Louisae 'Maui Queen'

Ships in pot. Pot size 4".

You will receive a plant very similar to the one pictured.

Calathea 'Maui Queen' (Goeppertia Louisae) is a tropical houseplant with feathered variegation. This prayer plant features dark green, lance-shaped leaves with a creamy-white pattern down the center and purple undersides. Belonging to the Marantaceae family, it naturally exhibits nocturnal leaf movement, folding its foliage upward at night.

Calathea Roseopicta 'Maui Queen' Care Guide:

Hardiness zone (USDA zone): 10–12.
Light: Bright, indirect light. Vital for keeping the unique variegated patterns vibrant. Protect from harsh direct sunlight. Avoid deep shade.
Watering: Medium to high. Keep the soil consistently, evenly moist but never waterlogged. Do not allow the root ball to dry out.
Temperature: Warm 65–80°F. Protect from sudden temperature drops, cold drafts, and keep above 60°F.
Humidity: High. Requires levels above 60%. Use a room humidifier or pebble tray; avoid spraying water directly onto the foliage.
Soil: Well-draining, loose, peat-based mix with perlite or orchid bark to ensure excellent root aeration and drainage.
Fertilizer: Mild feeding. Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half-strength once every 4–6 weeks during the spring and summer.

It is advisable to purchase a heat pack during cold weather: Heat Pack