Goeppertia ornata

calathea ornata

Also known as: Pinstripe Plant, Pinstripe Calathea, Prayer Plant

Calathea Ornata, also known as the Pinstripe Calathea, is a tropical houseplant loved for its deep green leaves decorated with delicate pink pinstripes and rich purple undersides. Native to Colombia and Venezuela, its detailed foliage looks almost hand-painted, giving this prayer plantan elegant, one-of-a-kind look. Its leaves naturally lift and fold as light levels change throughout the day. Calathea Ornata grows best in bright indirect light, warm temperatures, and higher humidity, making it a beautiful choice for living rooms, bedrooms, offices, and other indoor spaces.

SHOP BY SIZE:

4" 6" 8.7"

plant tips

  • water

    Keep soil consistently moist but never soggy, water once or twice a week with lukewarm water.

  • light

    Thrives in bright to medium indirect light. Avoid direct sun which can fade its delicate pink pinstripes, a bright spot with filtered light is always best.

  • zone

    Houseplant.

  • mature size

    Approx. 18" W × 30" H

care

Place in a warm, humid spot with bright indirect light and keep away from cold drafts and air conditioning vents. Mist leaves regularly or place near a humidifier to maintain the high humidity this plant loves. Feed monthly with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer during spring and summer and skip in fall and winter. Remove any yellowing leaves and wipe leaves gently with a damp cloth to keep their stunning pinstripe pattern looking its best year-round.

decor inspo

  • nightstand elegant touch

    Place Calathea Ornata on your bedroom nightstand for a refined, sophisticated accent that brings tropical beauty to any personal space.

  • modern interior floor statement

    Style Calathea Ornata as a floor plant in any bright, modern indoor space for a bold, sophisticated tropical accent.
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