1-3 Plants per 5x7cm Tissue Culture Cup

Transform your indoor space with the captivating beauty of Calathea roseopicta 'Marion' / 'Shinestar.' Renowned for its bold, dark green leaves adorned with striking pink veins and edges and contrasted by a deep purple underside, this Calathea adds a touch of elegance to any collection. Each 5 x 7 cm tissue culture cup contains 1-3 baby plants, carefully cultivated to ensure vigorous and healthy growth from the start.

This Calathea variety thrives in high humidity and indirect light, making it ideal for terrariums, vivariums, or any humid indoor environment. Its leaves perform a "prayer" movement, closing at night and reopening with morning light—a mesmerizing display of nature’s rhythm. Additionally, Calathea roseopicta acts as a natural air purifier, enhancing indoor air quality while adding stunning beauty.

Planting and Hardening Tips:

1. Planting: Remove plants gently from the tissue culture cup, rinsing off any remaining gel with clean water. Place each plant in a well-draining potting mix, ideally one that retains moisture, such as a peat-based mix with added perlite.
2. Hardening: Initially, keep the plants in a covered environment or humidity dome to mimic the high humidity of the tissue culture cup. Gradually introduce the plants to open-air conditions over 1-2 weeks by slightly lifting the cover each day, allowing the plants to adapt to lower humidity levels.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates lower light conditions.
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist, ensuring not to overwater.
• Humidity: Thrives in high humidity; mist regularly or place near a humidifier for optimal growth.
• Temperature: Best between 18–24°C; avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.

Start your Calathea roseopicta 'Marion' / 'Shinestar' journey with these young, vibrant plants and enjoy the lush, dynamic beauty they bring as they grow into a breathtaking focal point in your indoor garden.