{"product_id":"calathea-beauty-star","title":"Calathea ‘Beauty Star’","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"first-letter\"\u003e T\u003c\/span\u003eThe Beauty Star Calathea\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003eis a vibrant tropical evergreen perennial prized for its unique pattern of bright light green, silver, and pinkish pinstripes running across broad, dark green leaves, creating the appearance of foliage that resembles a rare tropical bird's \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003efeathers. Its striking coloration and year-round beauty have made it one of the most popular prayer plants for indoor spaces and protected shaded patios.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/Calathea-_beauty-star_-jpj.jpg?v=1789050166\" alt=\"a close up image of a Calathea ‘Beauty Star’\" class=\"floating-left-image\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003eOne of the most desirable features of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003eCalathea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebeauty star is its broad, lance-shaped leaves accented by a rich, deep purple underside. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003eThe intensity of its patterns and colors often increases when the plant receives sufficient bright light, creating an even more dramatic contrast between the deep green background and elegant striped markings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003eThe dense foliage forms a naturally bushy, upright silhouette that brings texture, color, and tropical character to any setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003eWhen grown indoors, this beauty star plant can grow up to 3 feet tall and about 2 feet wide, making it an ideal choice for bright living rooms, offices, sunrooms, and enclosed patios. In frost-free outdoor climates, however, mature plants form elegant clumps under shaded forest canopies or tropical landscape borders. Its compact growth habit and manageable size allow it to function as both a colorful accent plant and a striking focal point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003eThe Calathea ornata beauty star blooms occasionally in its native tropical habitat, producing small, inconspicuous white flowers. These blooms are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003erelatively rare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecompared to the vibrant leaves and are virtually never seen indoors, as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003eit is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003ealmost exclusively\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egrown for its spectacular foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003eNative to the humid understories of the tropical rainforests of South America, it is a treasured member of the Marantaceae family. With its brilliant feather-patterned foliage, easy-to-recognize appearance, and unmistakable tropical charm, this stunning\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003eselection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003eremains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eone of the most sought-after ornamental foliage plants worldwide. Whether displayed as a colorful indoor houseplant or grown outdoors in tropical landscapes, this stunning cultivar provides year-round visual impact and brings a vibrant splash of jungle luxury to any plant collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003eWhen and How to Water Your Beauty Star Calathea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003eIt prefers a consistent watering schedule and thrives when its soil \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003eremains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e evenly moist but never soggy. Rather than letting the soil dry out completely like a succulent, allow just the top 1–2 inches of the potting mix to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering or leaving the pot sitting in stagnant water, as saturated soil can quickly cause root rot and severe leaf drop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003eThe Calathea beauty star should typically be watered every 1–2 weeks during the active growing season (March–September) and every 2–3 weeks during the dormant winter season (October–February), adjusting as needed based on your indoor temperature, pot type, and soil dryness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003eDuring the spring and summer, manage your Calathea beauty star care by watering when the top layer of soil feels dry to the touch. Water\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003ethoroughly with\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edistilled, filtered, or rainwater until excess moisture drains freely from the bottom of the pot, then promptly empty the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003esaucer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eso the roots are not left sitting in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003eDuring the fall and winter, reduce watering because the plant's growth naturally slows down and the soil takes longer to dry out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAllow the soil mix to dry\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003eout down\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea bit deeper before watering\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003eagain, an\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003ed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eavoid keeping the soil wet for extended periods to keep the root system healthy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003eLight Requirements – Where to Place Your Beauty Star Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"floating-right-image\" alt=\"an image of Calathea ‘Beauty Star’ in a teal pot\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/Beauty-star-Calathea-jpj.jpg?v=1789050321\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003eWhen growing indoors,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e place your beauty star plant in bright, indirect light for 6–8 hours each day to encourage vibrant foliage production and sturdy stems. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003eA spot right next to an east-facing window or a few feet away from a bright south- or west-facing window matches its ideal lighting requirement. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003eProtect the foliage from intense, unshaded afternoon sun, which can fade \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003ethe brilliant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e pink and silver lines and burn the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003eWhen grown outdoors,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ecan it be outside? Yes, it performs best in deep to partial shade or bright filtered sun in USDA Hardiness Zones 11–12, where temperatures\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003eremain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewarm year-round. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003ePlace it on a bright covered patio, a shaded porch, or within a protected garden bed. In cooler climates, grow it in a container so you can easily bring it indoors before autumn temperatures fall below 60°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW182241482 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182241482 BCX0\"\u003eOptimal Soil \u0026amp; Fertilizer Needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW182241482 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW182241482 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003eThe beauty star \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003eCalathea \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003egrows best in a rich, loose, well-draining soil mix that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003eretains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003e just enough moisture while allowing excess water to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003edrain away\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003e easily. Planting them in \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003eheavy, ordinary garden soil will result in compacted roots, stunted growth, and severe root issues. Ideally, you want to use our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW165547392 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/planetdesert.com\/products\/soil-cactus-mix-blend-1-gal-4-qt-cacti-succulent-dirt-compost-growing-media?pb=0\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003especialized potting mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003e that contains 5 natural substrates and organic mycorrhizae to promote the development of a strong root system that helps your houseplant to thrive. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW182241482 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW166861493 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166861493 BCX0\"\u003eTo support lush foliage and continuous new leaf production, feed your plant with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer during the spring and summer growing season. Apply the fertilizer at half-strength every 4–\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW166861493 BCX0\"\u003e6 weeks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166861493 BCX0\"\u003e. Stop fertilizing entirely during the fall and winter months when the plant enters its natural resting phase and does not require extra nutrients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW166861493 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW10714821 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131032074 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW94376849 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7756439 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226867148 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258059558 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW212955997 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW7275080 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW141262117 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67865473 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251022579 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW156361297 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW95817046 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW182241482 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW165547392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW166861493 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW27986174 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW27986174 BCX0\"\u003eHow to Grow Best Indoors as a Houseplant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW27986174 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design_container-ol\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"quote_bottom-ol wb-before\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beauty Star Calathea makes an outstanding houseplant, admired for its colorful, patterned leaves that bring an instant tropical paradise feel to indoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows best in indoor temperatures between 65°F and 85°F and should be strictly protected from sudden temperature drops and cold drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt thrives in humidity levels of 50% to 60% or higher, which helps keep its foliage glossy, flexible, and firmly attached to the stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis tropical plant benefits from extra humidity provided by a nearby humidifier, a pebble tray filled with water, or by grouping it alongside your other favorite humidity-loving houseplants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Calathea beauty star should be kept far away from drafty exterior doorways, open winter windows, heating vents, and air conditioners, as dry air and sudden temperature shocks can stress the plant and cause leaves to curl or shed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW174436822 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174436822 BCX0\"\u003eHardiness Zone \u0026amp; More\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003eIn the United States, this beauty star plant is most widely enjoyed as an indoor houseplant, where its bright striped leaves add color to rooms year-round.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/11-12_USDA_8c8bdb2c-df00-4d5b-b890-056db779ce47.png?v=1750655412\" alt=\"an image of a USDA map 11-12\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003eOutdoors, it can live in the ground year-round only in completely frost-free tropical environments within USDA Hardiness Zones 11–12. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003eIn these regions, it makes a fantastic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003eaccent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egroundcover for deep shade courtyards, entryways, and vibrant garden borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003eIt thrives in steady warmth between 65°F and 85°F and will suffer damage if exposed to temperatures below 60°F. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003eIt prefers moderate to high humidity, which keeps the leaf margins from drying out. Like other prayer plants, it\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003eexhibits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea fascinating trait called nyctinasty, where its leaves fold upward at night like praying hands and lower during the day to catch light. While it appreciates good air movement, it should be shielded from strong,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003edrying\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewinds that can sap moisture from its broad foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003eWildlife – Calathea Beauty Star Flowers Attract the Following Friendly Pollinators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003eWhen grown outdoors in its native tropical habitat, its specialized tube-like blooms rely on a relationship with specific forest pollinators like long-tongued bees. Because these enclosed flowers are rarely produced indoors and do not easily \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003eopen for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e standard garden insects, they will not attract common garden pests, ensuring your plant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003eremains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e clean and insect-free indoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW187119572 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187119572 BCX0\"\u003eAccording to the ASPCA, the entire Calathea genus is completely non-toxic to cats, dogs, and humans if ingested. Unlike many other tropical foliage plants, its sap is completely safe, making it a worry-free choice for styling on floors, low coffee tables, or desks within easy reach of curious pets and toddlers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW187119572 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW187119572 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003eHow to Propagate Your Calathea Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW187119572 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003eIf you want to expand your collection, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003elearning how to propagate Beauty Star Calathea offsets is a rewarding project through root division during the warm spring or early summer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003erepotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003e months. Gently slide the mature plant out of its pot and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003elocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003e natural separations in the root ball where new clusters of leaves \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003eemerge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003e from the underground rhizomes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW187119572 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003eUse a clean, sterile blade to carefully divide the rhizome, ensuring each section has a healthy root network and a few leaves. Insert the base of the new division into a small pot filled with a moist, lightweight potting mix. Keep the cutting in a warm, highly humid spot with bright indirect light until it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003eestablishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003e itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW187119572 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW240873335 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240873335 BCX0\"\u003ePotting and Repotting Your Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW240873335 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW187119572 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW240873335 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233582925 BCX0\"\u003eThis colorful tropical plant likes to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233582925 BCX0\"\u003erelatively settled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233582925 BCX0\"\u003e in its container and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233582925 BCX0\"\u003edoesn't\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233582925 BCX0\"\u003e require frequent disturbance. If you are wondering how to repot it, do it only every 1–2 years during the spring, or whenever you notice the roots circling tightly around the bottom of the pot or growing out of the drainage holes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW224448613 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267324883 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW213580571 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW71545392 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW187119572 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233313033 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118632796 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW240873335 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW233582925 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW145037521 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW145037521 BCX0\"\u003eAlways choose pots that feature functional drainage holes at the bottom to let excess water escape easily. Move up only one pot size at a time (such as from a 6-inch pot to an 8-inch pot) to prevent excess surrounding soil from holding onto too much water. When repotting is complete, fill in the gaps with fresh, well-draining soil, water lightly, and place it back in its favorite bright, humid spot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW145037521 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design_container-ol with-background\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"quote_bottom-ol wb-before\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Calathea beauty star is a widely grown tropical houseplant prized for its vibrant, pinstriped foliage and ability to brighten indoor spaces year-round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts glossy dark green leaves are structured with silver and light green stripes, creating an eye-catching canvas that undergoes natural daily movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plant develops its richest coloration and sturdiest growth when grown in bright indirect light, making it an excellent choice for shaded rooms, offices, and bathrooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature plants are completely pet-safe and non-toxic, providing peace of mind for households with dogs or cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith its upright growth habit, dense foliage, and striking pinstripes, Calathea ornata 'Beauty Star' serves as a stunning focal point that brings year-round tropical character to any space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW67819284 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW67819284 BCX0\"\u003eThe Bottom Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67819284 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW67819284 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW77551293 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW77551293 BCX0\"\u003eOverall, the Beauty Star Calathea stands out as one of the most magnificent, safe, and statement-making houseplants you can add to your space. Its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW77551293 BCX0\"\u003eelegant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW77551293 BCX0\"\u003e feathered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW77551293 BCX0\"\u003e foliage brings an immediate air of tropical luxury and warm contrast to any interior design style. While it appreciates high humidity and steady care, its ability to display its stunning colors and daily movements year-round makes it a rewarding investment for any plant enthusiast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW77551293 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planet Desert","offers":[{"title":"8\" Pot \/ White Pot","offer_id":51180512772339,"sku":"4414","price":38.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8\" Pot \/ Black Pot","offer_id":51180514574579,"sku":"4414","price":38.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8\" Pot \/ Teal Pot","offer_id":51180514607347,"sku":"4414","price":38.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8\" Pot \/ Light Green Pot","offer_id":51180514640115,"sku":"4414","price":38.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8\" Pot \/ Self Watering Pot","offer_id":51180514672883,"sku":"4414","price":45.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8\" Pot \/ No Pot \/ Bare Root","offer_id":51180514705651,"sku":"4414","price":28.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/1-Collection-Image-Calathea-_beauty-star_-8-inch_2.jpg?v=1789050723","url":"https:\/\/planetdesert.com\/products\/calathea-beauty-star","provider":"Planet Desert","version":"1.0","type":"link"}