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Calathea White Star

Calathea White Star

Calathea White Star Care & Information

The Calathea 'White Star' is a stunning houseplant prized for its elegant leaves that are painted with stripes of green, white, and pale pink. It raises and lowers these leaves from day to night, a phenomenon called nyctinasty and the source behind its nickname prayer plant. This plant is pet-friendly!

  • Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
  • Medium plant measures between 10"-18" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage
  • Arrives in a nursery grow pot nestled in your planter choice
How to care for a Calathea White Star

Calathea White Star

Plant Origin: Brazil

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in medium to bright indirect light, but can tolerate low indirect light. Not suited for direct afternoon sun.

Watering requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out half way between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. This plant can benefit from extra humidity. Calatheas can be sensitive to hard tap water. Try using filtered water or leaving water out overnight before using.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This is a pet friendly plant!
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