Calathea White Star

The Calathea White Star is one of the most visually dramatic members of the Calathea family — a living work of art with bold, sweeping white and green striped foliage that makes an immediate statement in any interior.

Each long, lance-shaped leaf is painted with creamy white brushstrokes over deep green, with a rich burgundy-purple underside that catches the light as the leaves move. And move they do — like all Calatheas, the White Star is a prayer plant, folding its leaves upward at night in a daily ritual that never gets old.

Each plant is hand-picked and will be similar in look to the photos shown. No two plants are exactly the same, so natural variations in size, colour and leaf pattern are part of their charm.

Plant Highlights

• Striking white and green variegated foliage with purple undersides
• Prayer plant movement — leaves fold at night
• Non-toxic to pets and children
• Ideal for low-to-medium light interiors
• A bold, architectural statement plant for any room

Care Notes

• Light: Bright to medium indirect light; avoid direct sun which fades variegation
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; use filtered or rainwater if possible
• Humidity: High humidity lover — aim for 60%+; mist regularly or use a pebble tray
• Temperature: Prefers 18–27°C; keep away from cold draughts and air conditioning
• Fertiliser: Diluted liquid fertiliser monthly during spring and summer

Sold as a rooted plant. Leaf patterning may vary slightly between individual plants.