Looking for a lush, tropical houseplant? Look no further than the Calathea warscewiczii (Jungle Velvet). This plant has beautiful, dark green leaves with deep red undersides. It does best in medium to bright light and can be watered moderately, making it a great choice for those who don’t have a lot of time to care for plants. The Jungle Velvet is native to tropical South America and Africa and prefers humid environments, so make sure to keep it in a spot where it will get plenty of indirect sunlight and mist it regularly.

Care Tips

Place your Jungle Velvet in medium to bright light. It will do well in an east or west-facing window.
Water moderately, allowing the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings.
Mist the plant regularly to keep it humid.
Fertilize monthly with a balanced houseplant fertilizer.
Repot annually in spring, using a pot that is 1 inch larger in diameter than the current pot.

PET FRIENDLY: Non-toxic to dogs and cats according to the ASPCA

Every plant is unique, and yours will have its own distinct form, size, and character; thus you should expect some variation from the photographs. This plant is sold in a 10″ nursery container.