🌿 Calathea rufibarba – Velvet Calathea

(Velvet Calathea)

Scientific Name: Goeppertia rufibarba
(Syn. Calathea rufibarba)

Description

The Velvet Calathea is a beautiful tropical foliage plant prized for its long, narrow, velvety green leaves and rich burgundy-purple undersides. Its soft leaf texture and elegant arching form add a luxurious tropical feel to indoor spaces, shaded patios, hotels, resorts, and contemporary landscapes.

Known for its graceful appearance and vibrant foliage, the Velvet Calathea is an excellent choice for decorative pots and tropical foliage collections.

Key Points

• Velvety deep green foliage
• Rich burgundy-purple leaf undersides
• Elegant arching growth habit
• Excellent indoor tropical foliage plant
• Suitable for shaded gardens and decorative containers
• Compact and low maintenance

Care

☀️ Light: Bright indirect light to partial shade
💧 Water: Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
🌱 Soil: Loose, organic-rich, well-drained planting medium
🌡️ Climate: Thrives in warm, humid tropical conditions
💦 Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist occasionally in dry environments
✂️ Maintenance: Remove yellow or damaged leaves to maintain a healthy appearance

Size

📏 Plant Height (excluding pot): 0.20–0.25 m

Pricing

💰 Price: [Insert Price Here] (Price for 1 Plant Only – Pot Not Included)

Perfect for:

🪴 Indoor decoration • 🏡 Homes • 🏢 Offices • 🏨 Hotels & Resorts • ☕ Cafés • 🌿 Shaded patios • 🌴 Tropical foliage displays

Important Note

📌 Pot is not included with this product.
📌 Avoid direct sunlight, as it may scorch the velvety foliage.
📌 As a living plant, height, leaf size, color intensity, and foliage density may vary depending on season, humidity, and growing conditions.

📸 Images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual plant appearance, size, and color may vary depending on season and growth conditions.