Calathea Sanderiana

Calathea Sanderiana

🌿 Calathea Sanderiana (Pinstripe Calathea)


🌱 Description

The Calathea Sanderiana, also known as the Pinstripe Calathea, is a breathtaking tropical indoor plant loved for its deep green, glossy leaves beautifully marked with pinkish-white pinstripes that look hand-painted. The underside of each leaf glows with a rich maroon-purple color, adding to its exotic charm.

Native to South America, this elegant foliage plant brings a touch of luxury, freshness, and calm to modern interiors.


🌼 Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Calathea ornata (syn. Calathea sanderiana)

  • Other Names: Pinstripe Plant, Prayer Plant (related family)

  • Family: Marantaceae


💧 Care Instructions

  • Light: Bright, indirect sunlight; avoid harsh direct rays.

  • Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist; water when the top inch is dry. Use filtered or distilled water if possible.

  • Humidity: High humidity is essential — mist daily or use a humidifier.

  • Soil: Well-draining, rich, peat-based mix.

  • Fertilizer: Feed monthly with a mild liquid fertilizer during spring and summer.


🌿 Benefits

  • Purifies indoor air by filtering toxins.

  • Adds luxurious greenery and color contrast to interiors.

  • Pet-safe and non-toxic.

  • Promotes relaxing, natural ambience in living or workspace.


🪴 Ideal For

  • Indoor décor (living rooms, offices, bedrooms).

  • Shaded balconies and garden corners.

  • Home and office decoration, or gifting.

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