Calathea lietzei 'Yellow Fusion' is a striking foliage plant best known for its bright lime-yellow variegation and irregular green marbling. Botanically, this species is now classified as Goeppertia lietzei, but it is still widely grown and sold under the former Calathea name.
Key Characteristics
Foliage: Bright yellow-green variegation with deep green marbling.
Growth Habit: Compact clumping form.
Leaf Size: Medium leaves, typically 10-15 cm.
Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; active growth during spring and summer.
Botanical Update: Accepted name Goeppertia lietzei, but still commonly sold as Calathea.
Care
Light: Bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sun to prevent bleaching.
Water: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 1-2 cm of mix to dry slightly between waterings.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Protect from dry indoor heating.
Media: Free-draining indoor plant mix with added perlite or fine bark.
Feeding: Light liquid feeding during the active growing season.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
WA & TAS: $20 per order
NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
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