Striped Foliage
Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light, Low Light)
Average Watering Needs
Mature Height 24-26 Inches
Pet Safe

The Vittata Calathea is a lovely plant with absolutely stunning foliage. The leaves unfurl to reveal white pinstripes on a green background. The stripes almost look hand-drawn and radiate out from the midrib. The leaves are rounded at the base and taper to a point. Also known as Prayer Plants, the leaves of this tropical beauty fold up at night and lower during the day. Calatheas have specific care requirements, but they are worth the effort.

Best Locations For Growing Vittata Calathea

The Vittata Calathea will shine when grown in an area with medium light and increased dampness in the air. Prayer Plants do not compromise when it comes to humidity, but they can still live in dryer climates when they have a pebble tray or a humidifier nearby. An east-facing bathroom window or a kitchen island are good areas for this beauty.

Vittata Calathea Sunlight Requirements

Low to medium light is best for the Vittata Calathea. The delicate foliage needs regular light to thrive, but intense bright light can be damaging. Rotate the plant when you water it to ensure each side receives sunlight.

Vittata Calathea Care

Calatheas do not like to be rootbound, and plants that live in cramped conditions may not grow. You can tell if your plant needs more space if you notice slowed growth or if the roots start to creep through the drainage holes in the pot. Repot and upgrade to a container 1 - 2 inches bigger, or divide the plant into smaller plants.

Watering Vittata Calathea

Watering Calathea can be challenging, but feeling the soil is the most effective way to determine when the plant needs a drink. Water the Vittata Calathea when the top layer of the soil is just barely damp. This plant does not respond well to dry conditions, but soggy conditions are not ideal either. Allow excess water to drain. The leaves will turn brown along the edges if the air is too dry, so find a humid area or use a pebble tray to give the plant the moisture it craves.

Feeding Vittata Calathea

Since the Vittata Calathea requires routine watering, any nutrients in the soil will be rinsed away over time. Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer to keep the plant fed and healthy. Feed the plant during the spring and summer, and take a break from fertilizing your Prayer Plant during the fall and winter.

Vittata Calathea Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light, Low Light

Care Requirements: Medium

Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.

Pet Friendly: Yes

Kid Friendly: Yes

Air Purifier: Moderate

Habit: Upright

Growth Rate: Fast

Mature Height: 24-26 inches

Mature Spread: 24-26 inches

Flowering: Yes

Flower Color(s): White

Flower Shade/Description: Light-Cream

Fragrant: No

Foliage Type:

Foliage Color(s): Green, White

Foliage Description: Green/Lime, White

Temperature: 65° - 75°F (18° - 24°C)

Humidity: Above Average (60% - 80%)

Common Name: Vittata Calathea

Other Name(s): Prayer Plant

Scientific Name: Calathea 'Vittata'

Plant Type: House Plant

SKU:: Calathea_Vittata-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.

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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.

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