Description
The Calathea ornata is one of the easier Calathea varieties to care for. While it does share many of the same growing requirements as other Calathea plants, it can also be planted in a wide array of planters and can thrive in various locations. For growing indoors, it required indirect light and humidity, and the correct temperature conditions given. They do well in a bright bathroom.
Growth Spread |
60 cm - size varies according to growing conditions. |
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Growth Height |
1 meter - size varies according to growing conditions. Most Calathea species can actually shoot up rather quickly when their needs are met, reaching their mature height of roughly 1 Meters within a year. |
 Water Requirements |
Keep moist but avoid over-watering. Never have soil dry out. Needs humid conditions. Mist leaves regularly. |
Frost Sensitive |
Yes |
Flowering Period |
Not grown for flowers. |
Light Requirements |
Bright indirect light or filtered light to partial shade. |
Soil Requirements |
Well drained compost rich soil. |
