Calathea Majestica 'Princeps' (Royal calathea) — H45 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Why are the pink stripes on my Calathea Majestica fading? Lack of light is the main cause — move it closer to a window with indirect light and the new leaves will regain their intense pink stripes.
What is the difference between Calathea Majestica Princeps and Calathea Ornata? Both have pink stripes, but the Majestica Princeps has wider and more pronounced stripes on longer leaves, while the Ornata features finer and more regular stripes.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
ZEN ARRIVAL GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🐾 Non-toxic • 🌿 Pink stripes on dark green • 🎨 Deep purple undersides • ☀️ Partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H45 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
Calathea Majestica 'Princeps', also known as the royal calathea, charms with its elongated dark green leaves adorned with striking pink stripes and deep purple undersides that reveal themselves when the leaves fold at night. Native to the tropical forests of South America, it belongs to the Marantaceae family, like Marantas and Ctenanthes. Pair it with other Calatheas.
What distinguishes it from other striped Calatheas such as Ornata: its stripes are pink rather than white, and its foliage is more elongated — a rarer and more spectacular visual feature. The nocturnal movement of the leaves is shared by the entire Maranta family.
Light & placement
Calathea Majestica 'Princeps' thrives in partial shade and tolerates low light — but be careful: in light that is too low, the pink stripes fade and the foliage loses contrast.
- Light: partial shade to indirect light — avoid direct sun, which burns the leaves and fades the stripes.
- Ideal for: living room, office, bedroom, bright bathroom.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.
- Substrate: light, rich, and well-drained — universal potting soil with perlite.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate — keep the substrate slightly moist without ever waterlogging it. Use filtered water or water left to stand in the open air for 24 hours — limescale causes brown edges on the stripes. Its ideal placement depends on the balance between light and humidity.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring and summer; reduce slightly in winter.
- Humidity: it prefers 60 to 70% humidity — mist regularly or place the pot on a bed of damp clay pebbles.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring and summer, using diluted liquid houseplant fertilizer.
- Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve the intensity of the pink stripes.
Decorating ideas & plant pairings
Its pink stripes on a dark green background make it a strong color accent plant — it adds color and movement to a composition of uniform green foliage.
- Within the Marantaceae family: pair it with a Maranta Leuconeura and a Calathea Orbifolia — three plants from the same botanical group, three radically different patterns, and the same care requirements.
- In a striped Calathea duo: pair it with the Calathea Ornata, with its finer stripes — same genus, same pink coloring, two different leaf shapes, and a cohesive composition.
- Decorative pot: matte white or light gray ceramic highlights the purple undersides when the leaves fold at the end of the day.
Verdeia tips
- Lime-free water is essential: brown edges on Calathea leaves are almost always caused by limescale — use filtered water or water left to stand for 24 hours in an open container.
- Prioritize ambient humidity: Calathea Majestica suffers more from a lack of humidity than from insufficient watering — a tray of damp clay pebbles beneath the pot is the simplest and most effective solution.
- Watch the leaves at night: if the leaves rise and close properly every evening, this is a sign that your plant is healthy and in the right conditions.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Calathea majestica 'Princeps'
- Common name: royal calathea
- Origin: tropical forests of South America
- Pot diameter: Ø14 cm
- Approximate height: H45 cm
- Mature size: up to 50–70 cm indoors
- Light: partial shade / indirect light
- Watering: moderate, slightly moist substrate
- Care: easy
- Non-toxic to pets and children
- Decorative style: Royal / Majestic / Elegant
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the pink stripes and the density of the foliage naturally vary according to light levels.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.