Calathea 'Dottie'

🌿 Botanical Name

Calathea roseopicta 'Dottie'

💚 Common Names

Calathea Dottie, Peacock Plant, Prayer Plant

🌿 Description

The Calathea 'Dottie' is a true showstopper, admired for its dramatic, nearly black foliage highlighted by vivid pink markings. Each velvety leaf is outlined in brilliant fuchsia with a matching pink midrib, while the undersides reveal a rich purple hue that adds even more depth and contrast. It's an elegant tropical that instantly becomes the focal point of any room.

Like other Prayer Plants, the Calathea 'Dottie' gently raises and lowers its leaves throughout the day in response to changing light—a fascinating movement known as nyctinasty. Its bold foliage, unique daily movement, and compact growth habit make it a favorite among collectors and anyone looking to add a splash of color to their indoor jungle.

Bold. Elegant. Unforgettable.

☀️ Light

Thrives with an indirect view of the sky.

Bright to medium indirect light helps maintain the richest foliage colors. Avoid direct sunlight, which can fade the vibrant pink markings and scorch the delicate leaves.

💧 Water

Water thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry 25% before watering again.

Calatheas prefer consistently moist soil but should never sit in standing water. Using filtered, distilled, or rainwater can help prevent brown leaf edges caused by minerals commonly found in tap water.

🌡️ Temperature & Environment

Prefers temperatures between 65–80°F.

This tropical beauty enjoys higher humidity and thrives in kitchens, bathrooms, or near a humidifier. Protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.

🌱 Soil

Use a rich, well-draining indoor potting mix that retains moisture while allowing excess water to drain. Always plant in a container with drainage holes.

🪴 Growth Habit

A compact, clumping tropical with upright foliage that naturally creates a full, lush appearance. Mature plants typically remain manageable, making them ideal for tabletops, shelves, and plant stands.

🐾 Pet Friendly?

Yes! Calathea 'Dottie' is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a wonderful choice for pet-friendly homes.

🌿 Fleurish Tip

Don't be surprised if your Calathea 'Dottie' looks slightly different throughout the day or in different rooms. Leaf color and intensity naturally change depending on lighting conditions, and the leaves will gently move between day and night as part of the plant's normal rhythm.

📦 Plant Details

🪴 Shipped in a plastic grower's pot with drainage holes
🌿 Decorative pot not included
💗 Velvety foliage with vibrant pink markings
🐾 Pet-friendly
🌱 Naturally moves its leaves throughout the day

Please Note: Every Calathea 'Dottie' is unique, and the plant you receive may vary slightly from the photos shown. Leaf color and vibrancy may change depending on your home's lighting conditions. Each plant is hand-selected from our greenhouse and carefully packaged to arrive healthy and ready to Fleurish. 💚