Calathea Ornata 7cm

🌿 Calathea Ornata Care Guide

The Ornata is the diva of the Calathea family—elegant, dramatic, and a little bit magical. With dark green leaves painted with delicate pink pinstripes, it’s often called the Pinstripe Calathea, and it knows how to bring instant class to any corner.

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light to keep those stripes sharp

• Tolerates lower light but colors may soften

• Keep out of direct sun, which can fade and scorch the leaves

💧 Water

• Loves consistently moist soil—never let it fully dry out

• Water when the top layer just begins to feel dry

• Use filtered or rainwater if possible (it can be sensitive to tap water)

🌫️ Humidity

• Thrives in high humidity—Calatheas are humidity lovers

• Mist often, group with other plants, or keep near a humidifier

• Dry air = curled or crispy edges

🍽️ Feeding

• Balanced liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks in spring and summer

• Hold off during autumn and winter when growth slows

🌱 Quick Tips

• Rotate regularly so it grows evenly

• Wipe leaves gently to keep the pink stripes glowing

• Pet-friendly—safe for cats and dogs 🐾

💡 Big Plant Lad Wisdom

The Ornata is a true “prayer plant,” folding its leaves up at night as if it’s snoozing. Watching it move with the day is part of its charm.