Calathea 'Beauty Star'

Beauty Star Calathea ✨🌿 is loved for its long deep green leaves brushed with fine white to pink striping and rich purple undersides, giving it a bright, elegant look without being too flashy. It does best in bright indirect light indoors, where the striping stays crisp and the foliage is protected from harsh sun. This plant is generally manageable, but it prefers steady moisture and appreciates a little extra humidity more than tougher beginner plants. Pro tip: if the leaf edges start crisping, check for dry air, dry soil, or a spot too close to a vent 💧.

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Quick Facts:
🌱 Botanical Name: Calathea ornata ‘Beauty Star’
🏷️ Common Names: Beauty Star Calathea, Prayer Plant
💧 Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil lightly moist but not soggy
☀️ Light Needs: Bright indirect light; tolerates medium light
🍃 Growth Habit: Upright, clumping foliage
🪴 Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
⚠️ Toxicity: Non-toxic to pets
🌎 Native Region: Cultivar of a species native to tropical South America

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