LJ Nursery
Beauty Star Calathea – Green & Pink Striped Foliage – Tropical Pet-Safe Houseplant
$20.50
Unit price perEstimated delivery between July 31 and August 02.
In stock - Ready to be shipped
Best for: Plant gifts, shelves, desks, and bright indoor spaces
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Light
- Medium to bright indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun
- Water
- Keep evenly moist with good drainage; prefers higher humidity
- Pot size
- 4 inch, 6 inch, 8 inch
Florida-grown by L&J Nursery. Father-and-son growers since 2008.
- Ships across 49 states
- Healthy Arrival Guarantee
- Weather holds protect live plants
Live plant packed for healthy arrival; protect from temperature extremes after delivery
Shipping rates and live plant guarantee
Shipping is based on total cart weight, not a separate full shipping charge per plant.
| 0-1 lb | $5 |
|---|---|
| 1-5 lb | $15 |
| 5-10 lb | $20 |
| 10+ lb | $30 |
Open your package promptly. If there is significant shipping damage, contact us within 48 hours with photos so we can review and help.
The Beauty Star Calathea (Calathea ornata ‘Beauty Star’) is an elegant tropical houseplant admired for its deep green leaves adorned with pink and lime-green stripes. Native to the rainforests of South America, this stunning plant adds a bold, artistic touch to any indoor space with its colorful, patterned foliage and graceful leaf movement.
A member of the “Prayer Plant” family, the Beauty Star raises and folds its leaves in rhythm with the day and night, creating a soothing, natural display. Perfect for desks, tabletops, or plant shelves, it thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity. Safe for pets and non-toxic, it’s a wonderful choice for any home or office.
Care Instructions:
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Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sunlight.
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Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy; use filtered or distilled water.
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Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist regularly or use a humidifier.
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Fertilizer: Feed monthly during spring and summer with diluted houseplant fertilizer.
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Pet Safety: ✅ Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
👉 Add the Beauty Star Calathea to your indoor plant collection for vibrant foliage, natural movement, and tropical color all year long.
Beauty Star Calathea Care and Product Details
- Scientific name: Goeppertia ornata 'Beauty Star'
- Plant type: Houseplant
- Available size: 4 inch, 6 inch, 8 inch
- Light: Medium to bright indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun
- Water: Keep evenly moist with good drainage; prefers higher humidity
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Growth habit: Clumping tropical foliage plant
- Best for: Plant gifts, shelves, desks, and bright indoor spaces
- Shipping: Live plant packed for healthy arrival; protect from temperature extremes after delivery
Shop related collections: Houseplants.
Beauty Star Calathea FAQs
Is Beauty Star Calathea beginner-friendly?
Beauty Star Calathea is best for plant gifts, shelves, desks, and bright indoor spaces. Follow the light and watering guidance closely after shipping while the plant acclimates.
How much light does Beauty Star Calathea need?
Beauty Star Calathea (Goeppertia ornata 'Beauty Star') performs best with medium to bright indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun. Move plants gradually when changing light levels.
How often should I water Beauty Star Calathea?
Keep evenly moist with good drainage; prefers higher humidity
Does Beauty Star Calathea ship as a live plant?
Yes. L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully and may hold shipments briefly during severe weather to protect plant health.
Care reference: NC State Extension Plant Toolbox - Goeppertia orbifolia. Plant care can vary by season, pot size, and growing conditions.
Review the product description for species-specific light, watering, and placement notes. Most live plants do best with bright appropriate light, consistent watering, and protection from extreme temperatures after delivery.
L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully for shipment. Open your package promptly, check soil moisture, and acclimate the plant gradually to its new home. Some plants may be restricted by state agricultural rules.
Use the product title, photos, description, and collection links to confirm the plant type, pot size, and best use. If a listing does not answer a care or shipping question, contact L&J Nursery before ordering.
Plant Information
The information below will clarify what the bonsai tree is and how to maintain it.
Watering
Keep evenly moist with good drainage; prefers higher humidity
Scientific Name
Goeppertia ornata 'Beauty Star'
Indoor or Outdoor
Outdoor - Shade
Light
Prefer shade over direct sun
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