Beauty Star Calathea

Light Needs

Bright Indirect Light

Mature Height

2 - 3 Feet

Mature Spread

1 Foot

Feature

Pet Safe

When looking at this Calathea, it is no wonder why it is called Beauty Star. The broad, spade-like leaves are banded with light and dark green, broken up by sharp white-to-pink stripes, looking like the feathers of some rare tropical bird. Calatheas often get a bad rep for being difficult, fussy plants. However, with the right lighting, watering, and humidity, the Beauty Star Calathea can continue to dazzle with its unique foliage dancing through the day in response to the sun’s movement.

Best Locations For Growing Beauty Star Calathea

Calatheas are typically tolerant of medium light, allowing them to be placed in the interior of a room as long as there are bright windows nearby. Bring life to your favorite decor spots like a fireplace mantle or bookshelf with the Beauty Star Calathea. Place this plant in a bedroom to liven up a dresser or bedside table. Because Calatheas are non-toxic, they are perfect plants in homes with children or pets. 

Beauty Star Calathea Sunlight Requirements

While tolerant of medium light, the Beauty Star Calathea will do best in bright, indirect light. Place this plant near a north- or east-facing window, or in a room with south- or west-facing windows. Calatheas are particularly sensitive to direct sunlight, so be sure to provide plenty of protection, especially from intense afternoon sun. The more light the Beauty Star gets, the more diligent about watering and humidity you will have to be. 

Beauty Star Calathea Care

Calatheas tend to be very particular about watering and humidity. Because they are intolerant of drying out, keep the soil of the Beauty Star consistently moist but not wet. Calatheas also prefer high humidity, especially when in bright locations and in drier winter months. For this reason, provide the Beauty Star with a pebble tray or humidifier, or mist the leaves regularly. Brown, crispy leaf tips are a common symptom of inadequate watering or low humidity. 

Watering Beauty Star Calathea

Calatheas thrive in soil that is consistently moist. Allow the top two inches or so of soil to dry before watering the Beauty Star deeply, until water comes out the drainage holes. Because Calatheas do not like soggy roots, it is important to keep the Beauty Star in well-draining soil and in a pot with drainage holes. Use distilled or rainwater to water if possible when watering salt-sensitive Calatheas. If using tap water is necessary, leave a pitcher out for at least 24 hours to reduce the amount of chlorine. 

Feeding Beauty Star Calathea

Calatheas can be fed a balanced houseplant fertilizer in the spring and summer months to help encourage new growth. Liquid fertilizer can be added into the water used to water the Beauty Star once a month during the growing season. Fertilizing in the winter is not necessary, as many indoor plants go dormant or grow much slower.

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