Gymnocalycium mihan

Native to Brazil, this plant is known to be one of easier species of calalthea to grow. This Plant is an evergreen plant grown for the foliage. The Calathea insignis have brilliant foliage with both colour and texture. The leaves stand upright, a mid green with darker green markings. To add to the impact, the reverse of the foliage is a ruby red.

This Calathea species is a tropical plant, and it grows well outdoors in sub tropical to tropical climates. It is also widely grown as an indoor plant and it will adapt well to indoor conditions.

Commonly called the ‘Rattlesnake Plant’, this is a shade loving plant and works well planted beneath tall plants. It will spread to form a clump and is easily propagated by division.

Belonging in the prayer-plant family, this Calathea has large leaves facing upward, as if praying. Originating in Brazil, Calatheas are known to have unique foliage and our Calathea Roseopicta is no exception to this beauty. Its tropical vibe is surely refreshing to eyes of the beholder.

Calathea roseopicta or Rose-painted Calathea has gorgeous rose centered leaves with dark green borders. The red-purple undersides of the leaves are more visible at night when they fold up. The Calathea Dottie is also known as the Calathea Roseopicta ‘Dottie’, as such it is a sport of the Calathea Roseopicta.