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.
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!
Hit the button below to create a care guide for this plant.
It should just take a few seconds but can take up to a minute to write your guide.
Q & A
Hi Amy,
Thank you for your question. You will be pleased to find out we make our own soil mixes specifically for Calathea plants. You can find them here - https://highlandmoss.com/maranta-calathea-premium-potting-soil-for-prayer-plants/
Hope this helps!
Craig
7 reviews for Calathea Ornata Sanderiana Pinstripe Prayer Plant
| 5 star | 85% | |
| 4 star | 14% | |
| 3 star | 0% | |
| 2 star | 0% | |
| 1 star | 0% |
Calathea Ornata Sanderiana Pinstripe Prayer Plant
-
Purple Passion Gynura Aurantiaca
From: £7.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Epipremnum Pinnatum Cebu Blue
£20.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Polystichum Tsussimense Korean Rock Fern
From: £7.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Carnivorous Butterwort Pinguicula Agnata Houseplant
£15.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
-
Vermiculite
From: £4.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Maranta Calathea Premium Potting Soil For Prayer Plants
From: £5.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Health plant
great