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Calathea Ornata 'Pinstripe' Prayer Plant

Ed's Plant Shop  |  SKU: EPS-CALAT-PINSTR-4IN

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$19.99
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Description

Meet the Calathea Pinstripe: Nature’s Striped Masterpiece

Elevate your indoor jungle with the elegant Calathea Ornata ‘Pinstripe’—a tropical showstopper loved for its dark green leaves painted with delicate pink and white pinstripes. Known as one of the most striking members of the Prayer Plant family, this species brings both color and movement to your home. By day, its broad leaves open wide to absorb light; by night, they fold gracefully in a “prayer” motion, adding a dynamic, living rhythm to your décor.

Calathea Pinstripe Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Calathea Ornata
  • Common Names: Pinstripe Calathea, Striped Calathea, Prayer Plant
  • Family: Marantaceae
  • Native Range: Tropical rainforests of Colombia & Venezuela
  • Growth Habit: Upright and bushy, typically reaching 1–2 ft tall indoors
  • Toxicity: Non-toxic to pets and people — a safe pick for cat and dog owners!

How to Care for Calathea Ornata

  • Light: Thrives in medium to bright indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can fade the pinstripes.
  • Water: Keep the soil evenly moist—never soggy. Allow the top inch to dry before rewatering. Prefers filtered or distilled water.
  • Humidity: Loves high humidity (60%+). Mist regularly or use a humidifier to maintain tropical conditions.
  • Temperature: Keep between 65–85°F. Protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.
  • Soil: Use a light, airy mix rich in peat or coco coir. A well-draining potting mix prevents root rot.
  • Feeding: Fertilize every 2–4 weeks during spring and summer with a diluted, balanced liquid fertilizer.
  • Propagation: Divide the root clump during repotting every 1–2 years for healthy new growth.
  • Pruning: Trim any brown or yellow leaves to keep your plant looking lush and vibrant.

Fun Facts & Origins

🌿 Prayer Motion: The Calathea Pinstripe earns its nickname “Prayer Plant” from its nightly leaf movements—a natural rhythm known as nyctinasty.

🌎 Rainforest Native: Originating from humid South American jungles, its pinstriped leaves evolved to attract light in shaded environments—making it ideal for indoor living.

Expert Tips from Ed’s Plant Shop

  • Bottom watering helps keep delicate leaves dry and prevents fungal issues. Learn more in our Bottom Watering Guide.
  • Wipe the leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to keep them glossy and dust-free.
  • For more in-depth care, explore our Advanced Calathea Care Guide.

Pair It With

Complement your Calathea’s tropical elegance with one of our ceramic planters or plant care essentials for a complete setup. These pair beautifully with the Pinstripe’s bold foliage and help maintain ideal humidity levels indoors.

Bring home the Calathea Pinstripe—a plant that moves with the rhythm of nature and transforms your home into a lush sanctuary. 🌱

Live Plants – Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

What will I receive?

You’ll receive one healthy live plant in the nursery-pot or hanging-basket size selected above. The listed size refers to the approximate diameter of the nursery pot, not the plant’s total height or width.

Because every plant is naturally unique, height, fullness, leaf count, coloration, variegation, vine length, maturity, and overall shape may differ from the photographs.

Unless the product listing specifically states otherwise, plants arrive in a standard nursery grow pot. Decorative planters, baskets, saucers, stands, and other accessories are sold separately.

When will my plant ship or be delivered?

Please allow approximately 10–15 business days for processing and preparation. Ten business days is the earliest end of the range, and many orders require most or all of the stated processing window.

Processing time is separate from carrier transit time. Local NYC delivery also requires preparation and does not automatically mean same-day or next-day service.

Orders may occasionally require additional time because of plant availability, order volume, weather, seasonal demand, or courier coordination. We will send an update when confirmed fulfillment, tracking, or delivery information becomes available.

How are live plants packaged?

Each live plant is inspected and packed according to its size, shape, and shipping needs. Soil and foliage may be secured to reduce movement during transit, and protective materials may be added when appropriate.

Temporary drooping, shifted soil, limited leaf loss, or minor cosmetic stress can occur while a plant adjusts after shipping. This does not necessarily mean the plant is unhealthy.

What should I do when my plant arrives?

Unpack the plant promptly and carefully remove all protective packaging. Place it in appropriate light and allow it time to adjust to its new environment.

Check the soil before watering. Do not water automatically upon arrival because the plant may already have adequate moisture. Avoid immediately fertilizing, heavily pruning, or repeatedly moving the plant while it acclimates.

Should I repot my plant immediately?

We generally recommend allowing a newly delivered plant time to acclimate before repotting unless there is an urgent plant-health reason to do so.

Repotting an eligible small plant during the first 15 days may void the Plant Health Guarantee because it can make the cause of decline difficult to determine.

What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?

Report shipping or delivery damage within 48 hours. Keep the plant and all packaging while the concern is being reviewed.

Please provide your order number, a photograph of the entire plant, close-up photographs of the concern, and photographs of the box and packaging when applicable.

Small plants in nursery pots measuring 8 inches and below may also qualify for our 15-Day Plant Health Guarantee. Large plants in nursery pots measuring 10 inches and above have a 48-hour inspection and reporting window.

Review our Refund & Returns Policy for complete eligibility and documentation requirements.

How can I get help with my order or plant?

For the fastest assistance, use the AI chat assistant on our website. It can help with common order-status, delivery, policy, product, and plant-care questions.

Have your order number and the email address used at checkout available when asking about an order. When a concern requires photographs or human review, email support@edsplantshop.com.