Description
It is a species of perennial plant in the family known as the prayer plants.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Calathea ornata pinstripe, Calathea ornata (Pink stripes) - Plant |
| 2 | 5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
Calathea zebra plants are natives of Brazil and their bright green leaves can be boldly striped in white, yellow or pink in a striking feather-like pattern that is sure to catch the eye. The leaf of the Pin-Stripe Calathea grows at the end of long stems.
This is a plant that has leaves with a pattern that could be considered as feathered and in some cases, it has a pink hue to it.Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 12 inch (30 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 6 inch (15 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Zebra plant, striped, pin-stripe, or pin-stripe Calathea |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 3 to 6 feet |
| Difficulty Level | Easy |
Planting and care
Wet feet is probably the major cause of failure when growing zebra indoor plants.
Sunlight | Diffused light |
Watering | Regular small amounts of water during the growing seasons as soon as the surface starts to dry up. |
Soil | Holds moisture but is also well draining. A good potting mix consists of one part soil, two parts peat moss and two parts perlite. |
Temperature | Temperatures above 13 degrees C to survive and temperatures around 25 degrees C to thrive. |
Fertilizer | Fertilize occasionally with a half-strength solution of liquid fertilizer. |
Calathea ornata pinstripe uses
Ornamental Use:
- They are showpiece to any indoor garden.