Calathea 'Compact Star' Ctenanthe setosa, 6"

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Calathea 'Compact Star' | Ctenanthe setosa, 6" - PlantX US
Calathea 'Compact Star' | Ctenanthe setosa, 6" - PlantX US
Calathea 'Compact Star' | Ctenanthe setosa, 6" - PlantX US
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Calathea 'Compact Star' Ctenanthe setosa, 6"

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Quick Description

The Calathea ‘Compact Star’ has beautiful silvery foliage that sparkles in the light contrasted against dark green stripes.

Key Information and Plant Overview

  • Other Common Names: Ctenanthe Setosa, Zebra Plant ‘Compact Star’
  • Binomial Name: Ctenanthe setosa
  • Care Level: Easy
  • Light: Bright to Medium, Indirect
  • Water: Keep soil consistently moist
  • Pet Friendly: Yes

The Calathea ‘Compact Star’ has beautiful silvery foliage that sparkles in the light contrasted against dark green stripes. As the plant moves to the circadian rhythm, you’ll catch a glimpse of the striking deep purple undersides. This plant is known to “pray” - during the day the plant lies flat and during the night it folds up in a praying position.

PlantX Top Tip: Remove the flowers that are finished to encourage more vegetative growth.

How to Care for Calathea ‘Compact Star’

  • Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate low to medium light.
  • Water: Keep soil consistently moist 
  • Humidity: Average relative humidity of 25% to 49%
  • Temperature: Average from 18°C to 24°C (65°F - 75°F)
  • Fertilizer: Follow a monthly fertilizing schedule when the plant is actively growing. In most cases, this is in the spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer - this means a ratio of NPK that is all the same. Ex: 10-10-10.
  • Soil: Use a well-draining, high organic matter soil mix.
  • Propagation: Division and stem cuttings.
  • Repotting: Can be done every 12-18 months. Choose a pot that is 2” larger in diameter than the original pot.
  • Cleaning Tip: Remove damaged / yellowing old leaves at the base of the petiole with a pair of shears.
  • Toxicity: Non-toxic. Always keep your plants away from curious children and pets.

Calathea ‘Compact Star’ - Common Problems

The leaves are turning yellow: As a plant matures they lose their bottom foliage. This is completely normal and unavoidable. If the upper leaves are turning yellow, you may need to reassess your watering routine or move the plant away from direct sunlight.

There are dark brown spots on the edges of the leaves: There are a few problems that create dark brown spots - 1. Low humidity. Monitor the humidity levels in your space, if needed you can increase the humidity by misting or with a humidifier. Keep the plant away from any dry heat sources. 2. Overwatering. Follow the watering instructions - allow the top 2” inches of the soil to dry before watering. 3. Too much sun. Although it enjoys a bright location, it’s best to keep the plant out of direct sunlight.

The leaves are beginning to droop and look very sad: Check the moisture level of the soil. Is it very dry? Prayer Plants prefer a consistent soil moisture level. If the plant becomes too dry, the leaves begin to droop and become almost lifeless.

Signs of Overwatering: New growth becomes soft and brown and the leaves begin to drop.

Common Pests: Spider mites and thrips.

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