{"product_id":"30-40cm-calathea-princess-dalya-variegated-prayer-plant-12cm-pot-house-plant","title":"30 - 40cm Calathea Princess Dalya Variegated Prayer Plant 12cm Pot House Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"493\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"248\"\u003eCalathea ‘Princess Dalya’ Variegated\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare and striking cultivar from the Marantaceae family, prized for its bold variegation and elegant tropical foliage. Calatheas are native to the humid rainforests of South America, where they grow on the forest floor beneath the canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eThe leaves of \u003cem data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"527\"\u003e‘Princess Dalya’\u003c\/em\u003e are large, oval, and highly ornamental, showcasing a mix of deep green, creamy white, and blush-pink variegation across the surface. Each leaf is uniquely patterned – some are heavily marbled with pale cream, while others display soft pastel streaks of pink or hints of lime green. The undersides are typically flushed with a rich purple or burgundy, creating a dramatic contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eLike other prayer plants, the leaves of \u003cem data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eCalathea ‘Princess Dalya’\u003c\/em\u003e are nyctinastic – they move with the light, folding upwards at night as though in prayer, then unfurling again in the morning. Growing to around 50–70 cm tall, this cultivar is a showy yet manageable plant, ideal for brightening shaded interiors with its pastel-hued elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eCalathea ‘Princess Dalya’ Variegated – Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eThrives in bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the variegated leaves. Too little light may reduce pink tones and variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry, using filtered or rainwater if possible, as Calatheas are sensitive to hard tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eTemperature and Humidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers 18–26°C. Avoid cold draughts and temperatures below 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires high humidity (60%+). Mist regularly, use a pebble tray, or keep near a humidifier. Without adequate humidity, leaf edges may crisp or curl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eSoil and Potting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eUse a light, free-draining peat-free compost enriched with perlite and coco coir. Repot every 1–2 years in spring to refresh the mix and encourage growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eFeed every 2–4 weeks in spring and summer with a diluted, balanced liquid fertiliser. Stop feeding in winter when growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003ePruning and Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003eRemove any yellowing or damaged leaves at the base. Wipe the leaves gently with a damp cloth to keep them dust-free and glossy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eGrowth and Maturity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003eA moderate grower, reaching 50–70 cm tall indoors with a spreading clump of colourful leaves. 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It makes a statement as a centrepiece houseplant while contributing to better air quality indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3366\" data-end=\"3369\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3371\" data-end=\"3397\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3395\"\u003eQuick Care Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3398\" data-end=\"3814\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3398\" data-end=\"3447\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3400\" data-end=\"3447\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3400\" data-end=\"3409\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bright, indirect; avoid direct sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3518\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3450\" data-end=\"3518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3450\" data-end=\"3459\"\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep soil consistently moist; use filtered or rainwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3565\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3521\" data-end=\"3565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3521\" data-end=\"3536\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18–26°C; avoid below 15°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3566\" data-end=\"3607\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3607\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3580\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: High (60%+ recommended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3610\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3610\" data-end=\"3618\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Light, free-draining, peat-free mix with perlite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3671\" data-end=\"3717\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3673\" data-end=\"3717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3673\" data-end=\"3681\"\u003eFeed\u003c\/strong\u003e: Every 2–4 weeks in spring\/summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3718\" data-end=\"3814\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3814\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3730\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bushy, 50–70 cm; variegated green, cream, and pink leaves with purple undersides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56262453002614,"sku":"SPVV2110","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/30_-_40cm_Calathea_Princess_Dalya_Variegated_Prayer_Plant_12cm_Pot_House_Plant.webp?v=1760368615","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/30-40cm-calathea-princess-dalya-variegated-prayer-plant-12cm-pot-house-plant","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}