{"product_id":"calathea-ornata-pinstripe-5-pot","title":"Calathea ornata pinstripe - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalathea ornata 'Pinstripe' is a striking evergreen foliage plant from the Marantaceae (prayer-plant) family, native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It is grown for its glossy, deep-green leaves elegantly etched with thin pink or white pinstripe lines and rich purple undersides, making it one of the most decorative indoor plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike other prayer plants, it gently folds and raises its leaves at night and lowers them by day, a natural movement called nyctinasty. In Indian conditions it thrives indoors in bright, indirect light away from harsh direct sun, and rewards consistent warmth, humidity and even moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a non-toxic, pet-friendly choice that suits living rooms, bathrooms, study tables and shaded balconies, and is popular in tropical and humid Indian cities where it grows year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarantaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical South America (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45-60 cm indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen; dark green leaves with fine pink\/white pinstripes and purple undersides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsignificant white; rarely flowers indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely flowers in cultivation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical\/warm humid; indoor plant across India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light; protect from direct sun which scorches and fades the leaves. Tolerates medium light.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil evenly moist, not soggy; water when top 2-3 cm dries. Reduce in winter. Avoid hard tap water if possible.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, well-draining peat or coco-peat based mix with perlite; slightly acidic, rich in organic matter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal 18-29 C. Keep above 15 C; protect from cold drafts and AC vents.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh humidity (60%+) preferred; mist, group plants or use a pebble tray, especially in dry north-Indian summers and winters.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed monthly with a balanced diluted liquid fertilizer during the growing season (spring-monsoon); skip in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal; snip off browning or yellowing leaves at the base with clean scissors to keep the plant tidy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot every 1-2 years in spring into a slightly larger pot when roots fill the container.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy division of the rootball\/clumps at repotting time; not reliably grown from cuttings.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for spider mites, mealybugs and scale, especially in dry air; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic and safe for cats, dogs and children.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Calathea ornata \u0026amp;#039;Pinstripe\u0026amp;#039; is mainly an ornamental foliage plant for interior decor.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Tabletop, shelf and desk plant for homes, offices and cafes\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Brightens low-to-medium light corners and bathrooms\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Adds tropical greenery to shaded balconies and verandahs in humid cities\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Safe choice for households with pets and young children\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In India, keep it indoors near a bright window with filtered light, never in direct sun.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;During dry summers (Mar-Jun) and heated\/dry winter air, raise humidity by misting, using a pebble tray or grouping plants; brown leaf edges usually mean the air is too dry or the water too hard. Use filtered or rainwater if your tap water is hard or chlorinated. The monsoon is the best season for active growth, repotting and division. In winter, reduce watering and keep it away from cold drafts.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaf edges of my Pinstripe Calathea turning brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrown, crispy edges are usually caused by low humidity, dry air or hard\/chlorinated water. Raise humidity with misting or a pebble tray and water with filtered or rainwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Calathea ornata Pinstripe safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Calatheas are non-toxic to cats, dogs and children, making this a safe, pet-friendly houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does a Pinstripe Calathea need indoors in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright, indirect light is ideal. Keep it near a filtered window but out of direct sun, which scorches the leaves and fades the pink stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51047969456374,"sku":"PLT-CALATHEAOR2-P05-NA","price":200.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/GFILRH9YgN3oWYUr64N5GCGpyrjYrLDwI0uKzgDX.jpg?v=1782710988","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/calathea-ornata-pinstripe-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}