Calathea Ornata Sanderiana Pinstripe Prayer Plant

Name: Calathea Ornata Sanderiana Pinstripe Prayer Plant
SKU: 59235
Rating: 4.86 (7 reviews)

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Calathea Ornata Sanderiana – Pinstripe Prayer Plant for Homes & Terrariums

A Stunning, Pet-Friendly Houseplant with Elegant Foliage

Calathea Ornata Sanderiana, also known as the Pinstripe Prayer Plant, is a low-light, air-purifying houseplant featuring glossy deep green leaves with delicate pink pinstripes. Its unique foliage and movement—gently folding at night and opening during the day—make it a fascinating plant to watch and care for.

This pink-striped Calathea is not just an eye-catching statement piece; it’s also an ideal choice for terrariums. Its love for humidity and compact size makes it perfect for closed terrariums, glass displays, and humid indoor environments. Plus, it’s pet-friendly, making it a safe and stylish option for homes with cats and dogs.

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Why Choose Calathea Ornata Sanderiana?

✔️ Perfect for Terrariums & Humid Spaces – Thrives in high humidity, making it ideal for terrariums and glass enclosures.
✔️ Striking Pink-Striped Foliage – Adds an elegant, tropical touch to any space.
✔️ Pet-Friendly & Safe – Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
✔️ Air-Purifying Benefits – Improves indoor air quality by filtering out toxins.
✔️ Low-Light Tolerant – Grows well in indirect light, perfect for shaded rooms.

How to Care for Calathea Ornata Sanderiana

Light: Prefers medium to bright indirect light. Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
Watering: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 2-3cm of soil feels dry. Use filtered or distilled water to avoid leaf browning.
Humidity & Temperature: Requires high humidity, making it perfect for terrariums or misting regularly. Keep temperatures between 18-27°C and avoid cold drafts.
Soil & Repotting: Grows best in a well-draining, peat-based mix. Repot every 1-2 years to refresh the soil.
Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

A Stunning Houseplant for Terrariums & Indoor Greenery

With its graceful movement, pink-striped leaves, and air-purifying benefits, Calathea Ornata Sanderiana is an ideal choice for both open and closed terrariums. Its humidity-loving nature makes it a thriving, vibrant addition to any indoor plant collection. Whether displayed in a terrarium, on a shelf, or as a statement piece, this elegant prayer plant brings a touch of tropical luxury to any space.

Add this pet-friendly, terrarium-friendly houseplant to your collection today!

How often should I water my Pinstripe Prayer Plant?: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 2-3cm of soil feels dry, ideally using filtered or distilled water to prevent leaf browning.
Can I place my Pinstripe Prayer Plant in a room with low light?: Yes, this plant grows well in low to medium indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight as it can fade the leaves and damage the plant.
Is the Pinstripe Prayer Plant suitable for beginners?: Absolutely! Its requirements for indirect light and regular watering make it manageable for beginners, plus its air-purifying and pet-friendly qualities add extra value for home environments.

☀️ Light

Emoji Scale: ☀️☀️▫️ (Medium)

The Calathea Ornata Sanderiana thrives in medium to bright indirect light. It’s best to avoid direct sunlight as it can fade the stunning pink stripes on its leaves. A spot near a north or east-facing window would be ideal.

💧 Water

Emoji Scale: 💧💧▫️ (Medium)

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Use filtered or distilled water to prevent the tips of the leaves from browning.

🌡️ Temperature

Emoji Scale: 🌡️🌡️▫️ (Average)

Calathea Ornata Sanderiana prefers temperatures between 18-27°C. It’s sensitive to sudden temperature changes and drafts, so keep it away from open windows and air conditioning vents during cooler months.

💧 Humidity

Emoji Scale: 💧💧💧 (High)

This plant loves humidity! High humidity levels mimic its natural tropical habitat. Misting the leaves regularly or placing it in a kitchen or bathroom, where the humidity tends to be higher, can help it thrive.

🌱 Repotting

Repot your Calathea Ornata Sanderiana every 1-2 years to refresh the soil. Use a well-draining, peat-based mix to ensure the best growth. Spring or early summer is the best time for repotting, allowing the plant to settle in without the stress of lower winter light levels.

🐾 Pet Friendliness

This plant is non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a perfect choice for pet owners who want to keep their furry friends safe.

🏡 Recommended locations at home

Consider placing your Calathea in humid and shaded parts of your home such as bathrooms, kitchens, or near a north-facing window. Its striking appearance makes it a great addition to living rooms or bedrooms where its daily leaf movements can be enjoyed.

🍃 Air Purifying

Calathea Ornata Sanderiana is not only beautiful but also functional. It helps purify the air by removing toxins from indoor environments, contributing to a healthier home.

✨ Other Plant Features

The pinstripe marks on the glossy green leaves make it a stunning decorative piece. Its ability to fold leaves upward during the night adds a dynamic beauty to any space.

If you have any more questions, ask Mossbot for help or contact us through our website. Remember, we also offer a free plant hospital service if your green friends ever need a little extra TLC!

Authentic Photos of Our Plants: We take every photo you see, showcasing the actual plants we offer. Each plant is selected randomly unless otherwise stated, adding a touch of surprise to your order.

Natural Variations Make Each Plant Unique: No two plants are the same. Differences in size, leaf count, and minor cosmetic imperfections are part of their charm and individuality, making your plant truly one of a kind.

Healthy Plants, Always: While we can’t guarantee an exact match to the photos, we promise to send only happy, healthy plants that are well-cared for and ready to thrive in your space.

Let Your Plant Settle: Allow your new plant to adjust to its surroundings for 1–2 weeks before repotting, propagating, or making any major changes. This settling-in period reduces stress and helps your plant flourish.

Shipped-in Trusted Potting Mix: Our plants are delivered in a standard grower’s potting mix. When you’re ready to repot, choose from our premium-quality mixes designed specifically for aroids, succulents, and terrariums, available in our shop.

Expert Guidance on Repotting: I’m unsure if it’s time to repot. Check out our article, When to Repot Your Plant, for expert advice on keeping your plant healthy and happy.

Support for Climbing Plants: For Monstera, Philodendron, and Syngonium, add one of our handmade sphagnum moss poles and a watering drip cup. These accessories encourage natural growth, support larger leaves, and keep your plants neat and upright.

Simple Care at Your Fingertips: Every plant includes plant care instructions, and you can scan the QR code on the nursery pot to access detailed guides. For additional help, our Moss Bot is available 24/7 on the website to answer your plant care questions.

Complete Your Plant Setup: Browse our selection of stylish planters, precision pruning tools, watering tools, full spectrum grow lights, eco-friendly pest treatments, organic plant food, and efficient watering accessories. Everything you need for a thriving plant collection is just a click away.
Sustainably Packed with Care: Your plant will arrive safely, packed with reused and environmentally friendly materials. While we take great care to prevent damage, some fragile plants may experience minor leaf loss during transit—but don’t worry, your healthy plants will grow back.

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Brilliant service. Plants came quickly and well packaged and they were so healthy. Really please. Will be back.

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Beautiful plants, extremely fast delivery and easy website to navigate. Thank you so much for my plants. I absolutely love them… pet friendly options too 🙂

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I did not expect the items in my order to be so stunning and utterly joyous! The moss just sprang into verdant glory as soon as I unshackled it from its wax paper and unleashed it in its prepared spot in the miniature Lord of the Rings mood garden 🤪 As I said to the postie, forget snow to eskimos, we are shipping moss to Argyll! Lovely wee selection. The moss pole with cup is brilliantly designed and will make my monstera much happier in a room heated with a log burner and near a radiator. She is already very tolerant and happy but this will hopefully set her up for winter. A daily drench of warmed rainwater on that pole will recreate Amazonia for a plant that in my experience loves heat as long as humidity is good and I’m confident she will take over the world. Please never stop doing extensions!

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