Calathea 'Purple Rose'

Common Names: Purple Rose  Botanical Name: Calathea (Geoppertia) roseopicta "Purple Rose" Calathea 'Purple Rose' Description The Calathea 'Purple Rose', also known as Calathea roseopicta 'Purple Rose', is a stunning variety of Calathea prized for its beautifully patterned leaves. This plant is part of the prayer plant family, Marantaceae, and is well-loved for its decorative foliage and dynamic nature, with leaves that move up and down in response to the daylight cycle. Calathea 'Purple Rose' showcases lush, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green on the top with a striking purple underside. The leaves often feature a lighter green or silver pattern on the top, adding to the visual interest of the plant. Like other Calatheas, the 'Purple Rose' opens its leaves during the day and closes them at night, a movement known as nyctinasty, which adds an element of movement and intrigue to its display. Care Plan for Calathea 'Purple Rose' Light: This plant thrives in medium to bright, indi