Calathea sanderiana

Scientific Name: Calathea majestica 'Sanderiana' Synonym: Calathea ornata var sanderiana Common Name: Pin-stripe Plant Family Name: Marantaceae Origin: Tropical Americas PLANT CARE Water: High Light: Partial shade Soil: Well drained PLANT CHARACTERISTICS Form: Round Plant Uses: Foliage plant, specimen, mass planting, border Special Features: NA More information on how to grow the plant, click here

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Calathea is a large genus of leafy tropical plants found growing in the damp, swampy forest floors of the Americas. They’re characterised by their beautiful foliage, often looking as though someone has painted their leaves – and our plant of the month, Calathea Ornata (pin stripe calathea), certainly has that look about it! It’s soft pink stripes against the dark green leaves and a deep purple underside make them a hugely popular choice for us to keep in our homes. Calathea as a whole are…

Calathea sanderiana, also known as the pin stripe plant, for its large, striking leaves, which have a purple underside. This plant likes a warm room, in a spot that gets bright, indirect light.