Calathea Ornata Pinstripe

Name: Calathea Ornata Pinstripe
Brand: MyGreenScape
SKU: PC0417S
Price: 10.0 CAD
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Calathea Ornata Pinstripe

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About This Plant

Calathea Ornata Pinstripe is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, where it grows on the forest floor in warm, permanently humid, shaded conditions. It produces large, oval leaves in a deep, rich green with fine pairs of stripes that radiate outward from the central midrib in a feather-like pattern.

New leaves arrive pink and age to white, which means the plant is always changing. A healthy Calathea Ornata produces new leaves regularly in spring and summer, each arriving with bright pink stripes that slowly transition to white over several weeks.

Safe for cats and dogs. The ASPCA confirms Calathea spp. is non-toxic to cats and dogs. The Pinstripe Calathea is confirmed pet-safe. The Calathea Zebrina is another pet-safe Calathea with a bold striped pattern for comparison.

It needs filtered water and consistent humidity to stay at its best. The pinstripes are most vivid and the leaves most turgid when the plant receives filtered water and humidity above 60 percent.

Winter Slowdown

Growth slows from November onward and new leaf production pauses in the shortest days of the Canadian winter. The pink on any new leaves that do emerge may be paler than in summer. Keep temperatures above 18°C and run a humidifier nearby.

Toxicity

Non-toxic to cats and dogs, confirmed by the ASPCA (Calathea spp.). Safe for homes with pets and small children.

Pests

Spider mites are the main pest in Canadian homes from November onward, thriving in dry heated air. On the Pinstripe Calathea they are particularly damaging because mite stippling shows clearly along and between the white stripes against the dark leaf background.

Other Plants You Might Like

Not sure this is the right fit? Here are three other plants our Canadian customers love. All ship across Canada and thrive in Canadian homes.

Calathea Musaica Network. Fine and intricate.

For a Calathea with a completely different type of detailed patterning, the Calathea Musaica Network has fine mosaic veining across the entire leaf surface and is one of the more resilient Calatheas for Canadian winters.

Calathea Zebrina. Bold and velvety.

For a Calathea with bold, high-contrast zebra stripes on velvety leaves, the Calathea Zebrina makes a strong statement and is also confirmed pet-safe.

Calathea Beauty Star. Warm and colourful.

For a Calathea with silver and pink tones on lance-shaped leaves, the Calathea Beauty Star has a similarly warm and elegant aesthetic and handles average Canadian indoor conditions well.

Common Questions

How often should I water the Calathea Ornata Pinstripe?

Water when the top inch of soil feels slightly dry. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Every five to seven days in spring and summer, every seven to ten days in a Canadian winter. Always use filtered or overnight-rested tap water. Our indoor plant watering guide shows how to check moisture correctly.

Why are the pinstripes turning brown?

Brown pinstripes are most commonly caused by fluoride in tap water, which damages the lighter-coloured stripe tissue faster than the surrounding dark leaf. Switch to filtered water immediately. Dry air from heating vents in Ontario and Quebec homes also causes browning along the stripes. Run a humidifier nearby and move the plant away from vents. Read our guide to light requirements for indoor plants to also check placement.

Is the Calathea Ornata Pinstripe safe for cats and dogs?

Yes. The ASPCA confirms Calathea spp. is non-toxic to cats and dogs. The Pinstripe Calathea is confirmed pet-safe.

Why are the new leaves coming in without pink stripes?

New leaves that arrive pale or white rather than pink usually mean the plant is not getting enough bright indirect light. The pink pigment in new Calathea Ornata leaves is most vivid with good indirect light. Move it closer to an east-facing window. The stripes will naturally fade to white on older leaves regardless of light.

Will it survive a Canadian winter indoors?

Yes. Keep it above 18°C, use filtered water, run a humidifier nearby, and position it in bright indirect light. Growth slows from November to February but the plant stays healthy. Read our tips on keeping plants alive in winter for more.

How to take care of Calathea Ornata Pinstripe

Good to Know

Sun: Indirect

Medium to bright indirect light is ideal. An east-facing window works best in a Canadian home. The pink colour in new leaves is most vivid with good indirect light. Avoid direct sun which fades the pinstripes and scorches the dark leaf surface.

Light: Medium to bright indirect

A spot near an east-facing window works well year-round. From October to February when Canadian daylight shortens, keep it as close to the brightest indirect light as possible. Very low light causes new leaves to arrive without the pink phase.

Water: When top inch is dry, use filtered water always

Water when the top inch feels slightly dry. Keep soil consistently moist. Use filtered or overnight-rested tap water every single time. Fluoride damage shows most clearly on the light-coloured pinstripe tissue, making tap water damage more visible on this variety than on most Calatheas.

Humidity: High

Needs humidity above 60 percent. The pinstripes brown visibly along their edges in dry air before the rest of the leaf is affected. The dry forced-air heating in Ontario and Quebec homes makes a humidifier essential from November to March.

Pet Friendly: Yes

Non-toxic to cats and dogs, confirmed by the ASPCA. Safe for homes with pets and small children.

Pro Tip

The most rewarding thing about owning the Pinstripe Calathea is watching a new leaf uncurl. New leaves emerge tightly rolled with bright pink stripes that are more vivid than on mature leaves.

What To Expect

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Plant and Pot Size Guide

4" Pot (Small): plant is approx. 6-10 inches tall. 6" Pot (Medium): approx. 12-18 inches tall. All plants come in a standard nursery pot. Decorative pots are sold separately.

Winter Shipping Protection

Between November and March we add extra insulated packaging and heat packs to protect your plant from cold temperatures during transit. You can add winter shipping protection at checkout.

Returns Policy

If a plant arrives with significant damage, pests, or disease, we offer a full replacement or refund.Our guarantee covers the viability and health of your plant for 30 days.

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