.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Beauty Star' Prayer Plant Calathea ornata 'Beauty Star' Description The Beauty Star' Prayer Plant (Calathea ornata 'Beauty Star') is renowned for its striking dark green leaves adorned with pinkish-silver pinstripes, creating an eye-catching display. It thrives indoors with indirect light and maintains vibrant foliage with proper care. Suggested Uses Ideal for indoor living rooms, offices, or shaded garden beds where its decorative foliage can be showcased. It also serves as a beautiful accent plant in shaded patios or terrariums. Plant Details Botanical Name: Beauty Star' Prayer Plant Calathea ornata 'Beauty Star' Common Name: Beauty Star' Prayer Plant Size & Growth: Typically grows up to 12-18 inches tall with a spread of similar width. Hardiness Zones: 9-11 Foliage Type: Perennial Broadleaf Bloom Time: Rarely flowers indoors; outdoors in summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: Yes Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Philodendrons, Ferns, Spider Plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Use well-draining potting mix; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist Soil Type: Rich, well-draining indoor soil mix Humidity: Prefers high humidity; consider misting or using a humidifier Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged leaves regularly for healthy growth. Winter Care: Protect from cold drafts; reduce watering during winter months. Planting Depth: Place roots at soil surface, cover lightly if planting outdoors. Fertilization: Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season. Special Care: Keep away from direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves; maintain high humidity for best foliage coloration.
