Calathea roseopicta 'Red Mojo', also known as Goeppertia roseopicta, is a captivating tropical plant valued for its brilliantly coloured leaves. Native to the rainforests of South America, this plant not only showcases remarkable foliage but also exhibits a rhythmic leaf movement known as nyctinasty-folding its leaves upward at night, reminiscent of hands in prayer.
Distinctive Features:
Foliage: Deep green, glossy leaves vividly contrasted by bright pinkish-red undersides and intricate vein patterns.
Growth Habit: Clumping growth, compact in form, making it ideal for table-top displays or floor containers.
Movement: Fascinating nightly leaf movement, folding upwards in a prayer-like gesture, adding dynamic interest to your indoor space.
Care Tips:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch.
Water: Maintain moist but not waterlogged soil; water regularly when the top 2 cm of the soil feels dry.
Humidity: Requires high humidity; mist regularly or place on a humidity tray.
Media: Use well-draining, peat-based potting compost mixed with perlite for optimal growth.
Temperature: Thrives between 18-26°C; avoid drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Fertiliser: Apply balanced liquid fertiliser every four weeks during the growing season.
Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years during spring or early summer into a slightly larger container.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
ALL STATES (including WA, NT, TAS): We now offer a universal, streamlined schedule with two dispatches per week for all regions. This schedule includes all necessary biosecurity treatment and processing for plants sent interstate.
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST.
Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout. It covers the mandatory biosecurity treatments (ICA-29, PS-27, ICA-62) required for interstate compliance.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our Help Centre (Contact Page).
