Healthy Grey Star Calathea

Grey Star Calathea

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  • Large Tropical Foliage
  • Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
  • Average Watering Needs
  • Mature Height 3 feet
  • Pet Safe

Calatheas, or prayer plants as they are often called, are popular houseplants that are easy to grow and care for. The Grey Star Calathea is grown for its attractive foliage, as it produces large gray leaves with contrasting green veins and a red underside. Originating from the jungles of South America, it is no surprise that these plants like to be grown in a warm and humid environment and to be kept away from cold drafts. 

Best Locations For Growing Grey Star Calathea

The Grey Star Calathea can be grown in any room. However, due to its preference for high humidity levels, it is especially suited to a kitchen, living room or bathroom. 

Grey Star Calathea Sunlight Requirements

The Grey Star Calathea is not too fussy when it comes to lighting requirements as it can tolerate medium to bright, indirect light. However, it is best to avoid placing it where it will receive strong direct light as this can damage the foliage.

Grey Star Calathea Care

Grey Star Calathea is happiest when grown in a room at 60°F - 80°F and does not tolerate cold drafts. Preferring a high humidity, this plant will benefit from being grown on a tray of wet pebbles and being misted regularly. Brown or dry leaves can be removed from the base of the stem using a pair of sanitized and sharp scissors. This calathea will require re-potting annually or when it outgrows its current pot.

Watering Grey Star Calathea

The Grey Star Calathea prefers a free-draining soil that is kept moist, but not wet, from spring until autumn. Water when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch, using rainwater when possible. After watering, allow any excess water to drain away freely to avoid overly wet roots. Watering can be reduced during the winter months.

Feeding Grey Star Calathea

The Grey Star Calathea will benefit from monthly feeding during the growing season with a balanced houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength.

Grey Star Calathea Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light
Care Requirements: Easy
Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.
Pet Friendly: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Air Purifier: High
Habit: Upright
Growth Rate: Slow
Mature Height: 3 feet
Mature Spread: 3 feet
Flowering: No
Flower Color(s): None
Flower Shade/Description: Grown for Foliage
Fragrant:
Foliage Type:
Foliage Color(s): Green, Purple, Silver
Foliage Description: Large Silvery Green Leaves with Green Veins and Deep Purple
Temperature: 60° - 77°F (16° - 25°C)
Humidity: 75% Or Above
Common Name: Grey Star Calathea
Other Name(s): Prayer Plant
Scientific Name: Ctenanthe setosa 'Grey Star'
Plant Type: House Plant
SKU:
Calathea_Grey.Star-HP

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2-3 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 3-4 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.