Calathea ornata sandreiana live plant.

Calathea Ornata is a tropical plant with shiny and colorful stripes across the leaves, earning it the moniker “Pinstripe Plant.” It’s also sometimes known as the Peacock Plant, Zebra Plant, or Cathedral Plant.

The Pinstripe Calathea is a gorgeous house plant that filters the air while enhancing the aesthetics of your home and your health.

Sun: Bright, indirect sunlight

Water: Keep soil moist, never dry or wet.This rainforest native prefers the wetness, so don’t forget to water it and keep the environment damp.

Humidity: 60 – 70% relative humidity, year-round.Calathea Pinstripes, like many tropical indoor plants, also prefer high humidity. A humidifier or a pebble tray might help keep leaf edges from curling or browning. This plant thrives in humid areas like the bathroom and kitchen. The top 25% of the soil should remain damp at all times.

Temperature: 65 – 80°F (18-27°C) year-round

Soil: Well-draining, peat-rich potting mix, African violet mix

Fertilizer: Monthly, spring through fall. Balanced (10-10-10 N-P-K) water-soluble fertilizer.

Soil pH: Slightly acidic, about 6.5