Calathea Ornata Pin Stripe
Calathea ornata is a gorgeous tropical plant with snazzily striped leaves, which is why it’s often called Pin-stripe Calathea.
One great bonus of Calathea Ornata is that it is not toxic to pets at all, unlike so many tropical plants.
This rainforest native can be a little temperamental, but its lush, vibrant foliage makes it worth the trouble.
*Pet Friendliness - Not Pet Friendly*
Light
In the rainforests, Calathea ornata grows in the dappled light that is created by the tropical sun being filtered by the tree canopy.
In your home, Calathea ornata light requirements are for bright but indirect light. No matter what direction your rooms face, you should be able to find a spot that meets Pin-stripe Calathea light needs.
You absolutely must keep your Calathea ornata out of the full sun. Even if the harsh rays don’t burn the delicate foliage, too bright light will fade the pink pinstripes that make this plant so attractive.
In a south-facing room, keep them out of the direct sun.
However, in an east or north-facing room, they will thrive right next to the window.
Watering
When it comes to Calathea ornata watering, it can take a bit of a delicate balancing act to get its watering needs just right.
In the rainforests where they grow wild, Calathea ornata grow in soil that is always moist, but never saturated with water. Their roots need to be able to breathe.
Water Pin-stripe Calathea every week, but check the soil surface first. If the top inch has dried out, gently add more water to wet the surface evenly.
It’s best to use distilled or rain water, but if all you have is tap water, let it sit overnight to dissipate the chemicals used to treat municipal water.
Temperature
The ideal temperature for Pin-stripe Calathea is between 65 to 85ºF (18 to 29ºC), which is not surprising for a tropical native.
Return & Insurance
In the event an item is damaged during shipment, a return or replacement will be offered. During this return process the customer will be required to submit pictures of the damaged item for review.
There is a five day "New Home" adjustment period is standard with all plant purchases. This period begins at the time of purchase and covers plants that have received "reasonable" care. Accidental death, heat damage, over watering, under watering, etc is not covered.