



Calathea roseopicta ‘Silver Plate’ (syn. Geoppertia roseopicta)
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Calathea roseopicta ‘Silver Plate’ is a cultivated form of Calathea roseopicta, a species currently accepted under the name Goeppertia roseopicta. Native to the shaded forest floors of northwestern Brazil, this species thrives in humid, warm conditions beneath a dense canopy. The cultivar ‘Silver Plate’ has been selected for its foliar markings, which differ noticeably from the wild type. Its broad, ovate leaves feature a pale silvery centre framed by a darker green margin, with subtle pinkish patterning that traces along the midrib and secondary venation.
Distinctive features:
- Silvery central leaf zone with green margins and soft pink tracery
- Leaf undersides typically rich maroon or purplish, especially when young
- Broad, rounded leaf blades up to 30 cm in length
- Compact clumping habit with leaves arising from a short stem base
Care Tips:
- Light: Performs best in filtered or indirect light; direct sun may damage foliage
- Water: Maintain consistent soil moisture without waterlogging
- Humidity: Requires high humidity; dry air can cause leaf edge browning
- Media: Use a well-aerated potting mix with organic content and good drainage
- Temperature: Prefers 18–26°C; sensitive to cold or fluctuating temperatures
- Fertiliser: Apply a half-strength liquid fertiliser monthly during active growth
- Repotting: Repot every 1–2 years to refresh substrate and manage root growth
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
- 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.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
- Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
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 costat checkout.
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Size: 66mm pot



