Calathea roseopicta, commonly known as Rose Painted Calathea, is an evergreen perennial herb native to the tropical rainforests of northwestern Brazil and neighboring countries, where it thrives in the humid understory. This plant typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) and a width of 1-3 feet (0.3-0.9 meters). Rose Painted Calathea is known for its striking foliage, which features dark green upper leaves with a unique rose-colored pattern and a deep purple underside. It blooms with small white or purple flowers in the summer, although the flowers are not as showy as its vibrant leaves.

Rose Painted Calathea is valued for its ornamental foliage and is commonly used as a houseplant or in shaded tropical gardens. It requires consistently moist soil and high humidity, making it a challenge to maintain in less tropical environments. It prefers part shade, avoiding direct sunlight, which can scorch its leaves. This plant is not drought-tolerant and benefits from regular watering and well-draining soil. While it is generally pest-resistant, spider mites and mealybugs can be a problem under dry conditions. It is also sensitive to temperature fluctuations and cold drafts.CC BY-SA 4.0