Goeppertia warscewiczii aka Jungle Velvet

Q: What are the water needs for Jungle Velvet

Jungle Velvet should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Q: What is the right soil for Jungle Velvet

Jungle Velvet loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Q: What is the sunlight requirement for Jungle Velvet

To ensure optimal growth, the Jungle Velvet prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Taxonomy ID: 10270

Genus Goeppertia Family Marantaceae Order Zingiberales Class Liliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta

Common names

Jungle Velvet, Calathea 'Jungle Velvet', Goeppertia Warszewiczii, Calathea Jungle Velvet

More information about Jungle Velvet

What is the region of origin of Jungle Velvet

Jungle Velvet’s native range is Tropical Americas.

What are the water needs for Jungle Velvet

Jungle Velvet should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Jungle Velvet

Jungle Velvet loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

What is the sunlight requirement for Jungle Velvet

To ensure optimal growth, the Jungle Velvet prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

What's the right humidity for Jungle Velvet

The Jungle Velvet does not demand additional humidity levels. Water is mostly absorbed by the roots of plants, rather than their leaves, and the best way to provide humidity to your plants is through watering the soil.

How to fertilize Jungle Velvet

Once the Jungle Velvet has doubled in size or after a year has passed, it should be moved to a new pot. By replacing the soil with fresh potting soil containing all the vital nutrients, your plant will receive all the sustenance it needs, negating the requirement for fertilizer. It's important to remember that plants get their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Is Jungle Velvet toxic to humans/pets?

No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.

More info:
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