Calathea Roseopicta 'Medallion'

Bold, painted foliage with a hidden burgundy surprise underneath.

The Calathea Roseopicta ‘Medallion’ is all about the leaves. Large, rounded foliage is patterned in layers of deep green, soft lime, and creamy feathered markings that look almost hand-painted — while rich burgundy undersides add an entirely different color story beneath.

Also known as the Medallion Prayer Plant, this tropical beauty brings pattern, texture, and color into your home without needing a single flower.

Compact but visually dramatic, Calathea Medallion is especially beautiful on plant stands, consoles, desks, and in bright bathrooms or bedrooms where its intricate foliage can be appreciated up close.

Why You’ll Love It

• Incredible patterned foliage
  Large rounded leaves combine deep green, lime, and creamy feathered markings for an almost painted appearance.
• Deep burgundy undersides
  Flip a leaf over and you’ll find rich purple-burgundy coloring that makes this plant beautiful from every angle.
• Color without flowers
  The detailed foliage gives you plenty of visual interest year-round, even when the plant isn’t blooming.
• Perfect for humid spaces
  Calathea Medallion appreciates extra humidity, making bright bathrooms and kitchens especially good homes for it.
• Pet-friendly
  A beautiful colorful houseplant option for homes shared with cats and dogs.

Best For

Bedrooms • Bright bathrooms • Home offices • Plant stands • Shelving • Pet-friendly homes • Patterned plant lovers • Tropical interiors

Care at a Glance

Light: Medium to bright, indirect light
Water: Keep the soil lightly and consistently moist, allowing the surface to dry slightly between waterings
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity
Difficulty: Intermediate
Pet Friendly: Yes

Styling Tip

This one deserves to be seen up close.

Style your Calathea Medallion on a plant stand, console, dresser, desk, or bathroom counter where those intricate leaves can become part of the décor.

Its mix of deep green and burgundy looks especially beautiful in warm white, terracotta, stone, charcoal, or earthy ceramic planters.

For a layered plant display, pair it with simpler solid-green foliage or trailing plants. The contrast lets Medallion’s patterned leaves become the focal point instead of getting lost in the jungle.

Good to Know

Calathea Medallion appreciates a little consistency.

Keep the soil lightly moist without letting it become soggy, and avoid allowing the plant to remain completely dry for extended periods.

Medium to bright indirect light will help maintain its strongest foliage pattern, while harsh direct sunlight can scorch or fade those beautiful leaves.

Calatheas also appreciate higher humidity and can develop crispy brown edges when the air is especially dry.

They can be sensitive to minerals and fluoride in tap water, too. If you notice persistent brown leaf tips, switching to filtered, distilled, or rainwater may help.

Keep your Medallion somewhere warm and protected from cold drafts or sudden temperature changes — this tropical plant likes its environment cozy and predictable.

You may see this plant labeled Calathea Medallion, Calathea Roseopicta ‘Medallion’, Medallion Prayer Plant, or under the newer genus name Goeppertia.

If you’re searching for a pet-friendly patterned houseplant with dramatic green and burgundy foliage, Calathea Medallion brings tropical color, intricate texture, and serious visual impact to your indoor space.