Description
Origin
The Calathea ‘Beauty Star’ originates from the tropical forests of South America, primarily in Brazil. It belongs to the Marantaceae family and is also known as Calathea Roseopicta ‘Beauty Star’.
Characteristics
The Calathea ‘Beauty Star’ is a remarkable indoor plant, characterized by its unique foliage. The plant’s leaves are dark green with a purple underside. They are striped with various shades of green and silver, giving the plant its typical appearance. The leaves open and close rhythmically with the day-night cycle, earning it the nickname ‘living plant’.
Care
The Calathea ‘Beauty Star’ has specific requirements to stay healthy. It prefers a shaded environment and thrives in warm temperatures between 18 and 23 degrees Celsius. Regular watering is necessary to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and the ambient humidity should be high. Overwatering or underwatering can lead to spots on the leaves. It is also recommended to regularly mist the plant to maintain high humidity.
