Calathea Vittata《青纹竹芋》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Calathea ‘Vittata’:

• Sleek green leaves with elegant white striping

• Upright, compact growth habit—great for small spaces

• Safe for pets and children

• Naturally air-purifying

• An easy way to brighten up corners and shelves

🌿 Calathea vittata – Care Tips

Calathea vittata is a refined, elegant houseplant prized for its lance-shaped leaves with bright white stripes that stand out against a lush green background. The striking contrast and sleek form make it a perfect accent plant for modern, minimalist spaces.

☀️ Light

• Thrives in bright, indirect light

• Can handle low light, but may grow slower

• Avoid direct sun – it can cause leaf scorch and fading

💧 Watering

• Keep soil evenly moist, but never soggy

• Water when top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil is dry

• Use filtered or rainwater to avoid mineral buildup on the leaves

🌡️ Humidity & Temperature

• Prefers high humidity (50–60% or more)

• Mist often or use a humidifier if indoors with dry air

• Optimal temp: 18–26°C (65–78°F)

• Avoid cold drafts or air-conditioner exposure

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use a light, well-draining mix (peat/coco coir + perlite)

• Pot should have drainage holes

• Repot every 1–2 years as it grows or becomes rootbound

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed once a month during spring and summer

• Use a diluted, balanced houseplant fertilizer

• Skip fertilizing in winter

✂️ Maintenance

• Trim yellowing or browning leaves

• Wipe foliage gently to enhance leaf pattern

• Propagate by division when repotting

✅ Pet-Friendly

• Calathea vittata is non-toxic to cats and dogs 🐾

Calathea ‘Vittata’ is the definition of understated beauty—calm, balanced, and quietly striking, making it a lovely companion for peaceful interiors.