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
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🐾 Non-toxic • 🌿 Pink stripes on dark green • 🎨 Deep purple underside • ☀️ Partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H45 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
The Calathea Majestica 'Princeps', also called Royal Calathea, captivates with its elongated dark green leaves adorned with very pronounced pink stripes and a deep purple underside that reveals itself when the leaves fold at night. Native to the tropical forests of South America, it belongs to the Marantaceae family like Marantas and Ctenanthe. Discover our entire Calathea collection.
What sets it apart from other striped Calatheas like the Ornata: its stripes are pink rather than white, and its foliage is more elongated — a rarer and more spectacular visual trait. Our article on Maranta explains the nocturnal leaf movement shared by the whole family.
Exposure & Location
The Calathea Majestica 'Princeps' enjoys partial shade and tolerates low light — but beware: in too low light, the pink stripes fade and the foliage loses contrast.
- Exposure: partial shade to indirect light — avoid direct sunlight, 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 soaking it. Use filtered water or water left out for 24 hours in open air — lime causes brown edges on the stripes. Our light and humidity guide helps you find the right balance.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring and summer, reduce slightly in winter.
- Humidity: prefers 60 to 70% humidity — mist regularly or place the pot on a bed of moist clay pebbles.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring and summer, diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
- Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve the intensity of the pink stripes.
Decor Ideas & Plant Pairings
Its pink stripes on a dark green background make it a strong chromatic accent plant — it brings color and movement to a composition of uniform green foliage.
- In the Marantaceae family: pair it with a Maranta Leuconeura and a Calathea Orbifolia — three plants from the same botanical group, three radically different patterns, same care logic.
- Striped Calathea duo: pair it with the Calathea Ornata with finer stripes — same genus, same pink color, two different leaf shapes, coherent composition.
- Decorative pot: a matte white or light gray ceramic highlights the deep purple underside when the leaves fold at the end of the day.
Verdeia Tips
- Non-lime water required: brown edges on Calathea leaves are almost always caused by lime — use filtered water or water left out for 24 hours in an open container.
- Priority on ambient humidity: Calathea Majestica suffers more from lack of humidity than from lack of watering — a tray of moist clay pebbles under the pot is the simplest and most effective solution.
- Observe the nocturnal movement: if the leaves straighten and close properly every evening, it’s a sign 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
- Adult size: up to 50–70 cm indoors
- Exposure: partial shade / indirect light
- Watering: moderate, substrate slightly moist
- Care: easy
- Non-toxic to pets and children
- Decorative style: Royal / Majestic / Elegant
Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the pink stripes and the density of the foliage naturally vary depending on light.
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?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
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 to 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.