Plant Care Calathea lietzei 'Stella'

Calathea lietzei 'Stella'

Taxonomy

Goeppertia lietzei 'Stella'
Goeppertia
Marantaceae
Zingiberales

How to care for Calathea lietzei 'Stella'

💦 Water

How often to water your Calathea lietzei 'Stella'

Water needs for Calathea lietzei 'Stella'
0.5 cups
every 9

Calathea lietzei 'Stella' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t 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.

Calculate water needs of Calathea lietzei 'Stella'

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Calathea lietzei 'Stella' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Calathea lietzei 'Stella': 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Calathea lietzei 'Stella' may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, 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 lietzei 'Stella' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Calathea lietzei 'Stella'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Calathea lietzei 'Stella': repot after 2X growth

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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Calathea lietzei 'Stella' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Calathea lietzei 'Stella' 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Calathea lietzei 'Stella' may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 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 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

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💨 Humidity

Calathea lietzei 'Stella' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Calathea lietzei 'Stella' Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Calathea lietzei 'Stella' is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Calathea lietzei 'Stella' →

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💩 Fertilizer

Calathea lietzei 'Stella' 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 it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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🌎 Native Region

Calathea lietzei 'Stella' is native to Tropical Americas.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Calathea lietzei 'Stella'

Calathea lietzei 'Stella'

Calathea lietzei 'Stella'


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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