Calathea Roseopicta 'Dottie' Drama Queen - Various Sizes

Eds Plant Shop  |  SKU: EDSCALDOTTIE-4

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Description

Vibrant and Bold - Dottie Calathea

The Dottie Calathea (Calathea roseopicta ‘Dottie’) is a stunning houseplant known for its striking, deep purple foliage adorned with bright pink stripes. With its eye-catching contrast of colors, the Dottie Calathea adds a pop of bold style to any indoor space. This tropical plant thrives in low to medium light conditions and loves a humid environment, making it perfect for bathrooms or cozy corners where it can show off its unique beauty.


Plant Profile

  • Scientific Name: Calathea Roseopicta
  • Common Names: Dottie, Calathea Dottie, Pink Painted Prayer Plant, Drama Queen
  • Family: Arrowroot
  • Native Range: Brazil

How to Care for Calathea Roseopicta

  • Care Level: Moderate
  • Light Preference: Medium Light, Low/Shade, Bright/Indirect
  • Water Frequency: Maintain high moisture levels in well-drained soil; allow the surface to slightly dry out between waterings. Filtered tap water or rainwater is recommended to prevent sensitivity to hard water or additives.
  • Humidity Preference: High
  • Temperature: Thrives in warmth; ideally between 60-85°F
  • Soil Type: Regular potting mix, Peaty mix, Airy and slightly acidic
  • Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves
  • Feeding: Fertilize every few weeks with a diluted balanced fertilizer during spring and summer
  • Propagation: Root division
  • Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy. Can reach up to 2 feet tall; prefers repotting every two years
  • Toxicity: Non-toxic to humans and pets; exercise caution with children and pets around all plants.

Want More In-Depth Calathea Care Tips?

We've put together a comprehensive Calathea care guide chock full of watering tips, fertilization tricks and other troubleshooting advice. Head on over to our Advanced Calathea Care Guide here. 


Fun Fact About the Dottie Calathea

The leaves of the Dottie Calathea exhibit nyctinasty—this means they fold up slightly at night, creating a subtle movement that gives it a “living” appearance. This fascinating behavior makes it a favorite among plant enthusiasts who enjoy plants with personality and rhythm.

Cultivar History of the Dottie Calathea

The Dottie Calathea is part of the Marantaceae family, which includes many other beautiful “prayer plants.” This cultivar originated through selective breeding to enhance its vivid pink markings and rich, dark leaves. Native to tropical rainforests, the Dottie Calathea has adapted well to indoor environments and has quickly become popular for its unique appearance and easy-care nature. Known for its visual appeal, it’s a wonderful choice for plant lovers looking to add a bit of drama and elegance to their plant collection.

Did you know:

Bottom watering is best for Calathea? Check our our guide on how to bottom water Calathea plants and more on comprehensive blog about bottom watering. 

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Shipping

    How do you ship your plants?

    We carefully package each plant with love by hand right from our shop in Brooklyn. Extra steps are taken to ensure that every leaf arrives in pristine shape by using polyfill and encapsulating the plant in a protective paper sleeve. The soil is also hydrated before shipping so that the plant has plenty of water for it's travel to your doorstep. We offer several shipping speeds, so please choose the one that you feel comfortable with depending on your location. 

    Will my plant look like the one on the website?

    Awesome question, we're glad you asked. Given the nature of our plant shop, we're constantly moving plants in and out of the shop, making it difficult and borderline impossible to keep an exact picture of each plant. In addition to the constantly rotating crop, we often grow in batches of 6, 12, or sometimes more! With this quantity we are unable to take a photo of each and every plant. The photos that we attach to each product listing is going to be of a plant that represents the average size and fullness of that set of plants. Some may be slightly larger or smaller, but in general, similar.

    Do you include heat packs with your plants?

    We offer Heat Packs for sale separately from the plants in 40, 60 and 72 hour increments. Please add a heat pack or two to your order if you live in an area where your order may be affected during transit by cold temperatures. We are not responsible for orders that are placed and damage is incurred to the plant if a heat pack is not purchased.

    Which heat pack should I choose?

    Heat packs come in three different increments, so please choose the appropriate hour increment depending on the speed of shipping that you choose during checkout. For example, if you choose a cheaper shipping option that will take longer, please select the 72 hour heat pack. If you've chosen a shorter method of shipping, the 40 or 60 hour increment would work! We like to encourage our customers to always get more than you need, just to be on the safe side!

    How long will it take to receive my order?

    Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days. Next day shipping is available on all domestic orders (for an additional charge). International shipping times depend on the products and destination (estimated at checkout).

    Do you offer express shipping?

    All orders are shipped 5-8 business days from the date it is placed. Please note that as a small plant shop, we do everything in our power to get orders out as fast as we can in the order that they come in. If you have circumstances that require expedited fulfillment, please connect with you and we can potentially offer options. 

    What countries do you ship to?

    We ship our selection of rare, healthy, and unique houseplants all across the United States including California. At this time, due to customs and agricultural limitations, we are unable to ship plants internationally from the United States.

    Returns and Refunds

    How do I return a product?

    Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

    How long will it take to receive my refund?

    Refunds are processed within 7 days from when we receive the item(s).

    What should I do if my plant arrives in poor shape? 

    In the extremely unlikely event that your plant arrives in less than perfect condition, you're covered by our 15-day plant health guarantee. Simply snap a photo of your plant and send it over to us. We'll happily take a peek and offer suggestions on how to perk it back up, offer a store credit, or send a replacement. We like to make it as easy as possible!

    Can I return or exchange a plant?

    At this time, we do not accept returns on plants. In extreme circumstances where a return of a plant is necessary, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and a refund will only be issued if the plant arrives back to us in living condition.