Calathea veitchiana makes a perfect indoor plant and is prized for its decorative foliage colour and patterns.

Type and Habit:  Evergreen perennial
Average Height:  To 4-500mm
Soil:  Well drained potting mix high in organic matter. Calatheas like to be moist but well drained and water less in winter.
Aspect:  Bright indirect or filtered light in a warm but not hot spot away from cold draughts.
Foliage:  Calathea veitchiana has paddle shaped foliage in a dark green with very decorative feathered and scalloped markings in lighter green and purplish green. The undersides of the leaves are reddish purple.
Flowers:  N/A
Uses: Calathea veitchiana makes a perfect pot plant for indoors or patio in a brightly lit area.
Features: Calathea veitchiana is easy to grow and is prized for its decorative foliage colour patterns and shape.