Healthy Zebrina Calathea

Zebrina Calathea

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  • Showy Foliage
  • Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
  • Average Watering Needs
  • Mature Height 28-36 Inches
  • Pet Safe

For stunning foliage, look no further than the Zebrina Calathea or Zebra Plant as it is commonly known. Botanically named Goeppertia zebrina, this Zebrina Calathea displays striking light and dark green foliage in a zebra-like pattern. Bringing an exotic feel to wherever it is grown, this calathea will add interest to any room or office space. 

Best Locations For Growing Zebrina Calathea

Classified as non-toxic, Zebrina Calathea is suitable for growing in any room as long as its growing requirements are met. However, with its spectacular and intriguing foliage, you’ll want to place it somewhere it can be appreciated. 

Zebrina Calathea Sunlight Requirements

As with most calatheas, Zebrina Calathea grows best when placed in bright, indirect light. Diffused light is ideal, just avoid strong direct light, which can bleach the plant’s beautiful markings. 

Zebrina Calathea Care

In order to thrive, this Zebrina Calathea likes to be kept warm and humid. A temperature of 65-75°F is ideal; just don’t place it near any cold drafts, which will cause it to struggle. Preferring high humidity levels, this plant will benefit from being misted often and grown on a layer of wet gravel or pebbles. Dry or dead leaves may occur over time and can be removed by cutting the stem at the base of the plant with clean and sharp snips or scissors. 

Watering Zebrina Calathea

Zebrina Calathea prefers to be grown in well-drained soil that is kept consistently moist. It is sensitive to being overwatered and hates to be left sitting in waterlogged soil. Depending on the conditions, a weekly watering will usually suffice during the growing season. In winter its growth slows and watering should be reduced. 

Feeding Zebrina Calathea

To help keep its foliage looking healthy, a liquid houseplant fertilizer can be applied every 4-6 weeks from spring until fall.

Zebrina Calathea Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect 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: Clumping
Growth Rate: Fast
Mature Height: 28-36 inches
Mature Spread: 12-24 inches
Flowering: Yes
Flower Color(s): Purple, White
Flower Shade/Description: Purple or White
Fragrant: No
Foliage Type:
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: Stripey Green
Temperature: 65° - 75°F (18° - 24°C)
Humidity: 0.6
Common Name: Zebrina Calathea
Other Name(s): Zebra Plant, Prayer Plant.
Scientific Name: Goeppertia zebrina
Plant Type: House Plant
SKU:
Calathea_Zebrina-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:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 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 - 2 years 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:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years 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:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years 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:
   ~ 2 - 4 years 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.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

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.