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4.2 out of 5 (10 experiences)


About Calathea 'Beauty Star'
Many of the houseplants we used to know as Calatheas now belong to the genus Goeppertia (say that three times fast). These plants have delightfully patterned leaves that come in all sorts of colors and shapes! Commonly known as prayer plants, the leaves of some species fold up at night through a process called nyctinasty meaning night movement! š“
Taxonomy
Goeppertia ornata 'Beauty Star'
Goeppertia
Marantaceae
Zingiberales
Also known as
Calathea Beauty Star

How to care for Calathea 'Beauty Star'

How often to water your Calathea 'Beauty Star'

every 9
Calathea 'Beauty Star' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Finding light for Calathea 'Beauty Star' in your home

a window
Calathea 'Beauty Star' may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Calathea 'Beauty Star' in your home š”.

How to fertilize Calathea 'Beauty Star'

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Calathea 'Beauty Star' after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Calathea 'Beauty Star' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Calathea 'Beauty Star' may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Calathea 'Beauty Star' doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Calathea 'Beauty Star' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Calathea 'Beauty Star' should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Calathea 'Beauty Star' is native to Tropical Americas.
Care Summary for Calathea 'Beauty Star'
Calathea 'Beauty Star'
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say












Beautiful but definitely needs more upkeep than some other plants. I have three Calatheas and they all were on the verge of death this winter despite having a humidifier and relatively high temperature (indoors in New England, so š¤·š»āāļø). This has bounced back super quickly in the last month alone, though, so I think if you have the right conditions and the willingness to give it a little extra love, youāll definitely enjoy!


