{"product_id":"calathea-medallion","title":"Calathea Medallion - Calathea veitchiana","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCalathea Medallion (Calathea veitchiana)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to add tropical elegance to your indoor space? The Calathea Medallion is a stunning South American native prized for its ornamental foliage and fascinating leaf movements throughout the day. When you buy Calathea Medallion online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're investing in a rare, pet-friendly plant that brings year-round visual interest to any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact plant thrives as an indoor accent piece, perfect for brightening tabletops, shelves, or entryways where it receives consistent indirect light. Its moderate size makes it an excellent choice for apartments and smaller homes, while its striking leaf patterns complement modern, tropical, and eclectic interior design styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 12-18 inches at maturity\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 10-14 inches\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003cbr\u003eSun: Bright, indirect light\u003cbr\u003eWater: Keep soil consistently moist; reduce watering in winter\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining potting mix with perlite\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: Indoor houseplant (frost-sensitive)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Striking variegated leaves with light green, white, and burgundy coloring create visual drama\u003cbr\u003e• Unique \"Prayer Plant\" behavior—leaves fold at night and open during the day like hands in prayer\u003cbr\u003e• Completely non-toxic to children and pets, making it safe for family homes\u003cbr\u003e• Compact size ideal for desks, shelves, and small living spaces without taking up much room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition your Calathea Medallion near a bright window with filtered light, keeping it away from cold drafts and direct sun exposure. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, using filtered or distilled water to prevent brown leaf tips—these plants prefer consistently moist (not soggy) conditions. Maintain humidity above 40% by misting regularly or placing the pot on a pebble tray with water. During the growing season from March through October, apply a balanced houseplant fertilizer monthly following package directions. Remove any dead or yellowed leaves as needed to maintain the plant's appearance and health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"6 Inch","offer_id":45814319972538,"sku":"14212","price":182.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/calathea-medallion.jpg?v=1777510023","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/calathea-medallion","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}