Calathea 'Vittata'

Calathea Vittata is one of the most delicately striped plants in the Calathea family. Its long, lance-shaped leaves are a medium green decorated with very fine, precise white pinstripes that run parallel to the midrib in an almost hand-painted pattern. The lines are thin, clean, and evenly spaced, a level of detail that makes this Calathea feel more like a botanical illustration than a houseplant. Like all Calatheas it folds its leaves upward each evening and opens them again in the morning.

Good for beginners? It requires more care than beginner plants but is considered manageable for growers who can provide consistent moisture and some humidity. Its more muted coloring makes it slightly more tolerant of lower light than vividly patterned varieties.

Safe for cats and dogs? Yes. Calathea is non-toxic to pets, making it safe for homes with cats and dogs.

Light needs: Medium to bright indirect light keeps the fine white striping most precise and vivid. It tolerates lower light but the stripes become less defined. Avoid direct sun which will bleach and distort the delicate pattern.

Care at a glance: Keep soil evenly moist. Use filtered water where possible to prevent brown tips. Benefits from humidity. Feed monthly in spring and summer.

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Botanical Name: Calathea 'Vittata'