{"product_id":"55-70cm-calathea-flamestar-prayer-plant-17cm-pot","title":"55 - 70cm Calathea Flamestar Prayer Plant 17cm pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCalathea Flamestar (Goeppertia 'Flamestar') – Detailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Flamestar is a spectacular tropical houseplant renowned for its dramatic foliage, bold patterns and luxurious appearance. A member of the Marantaceae family, this striking variety features large, elongated leaves with rich green backgrounds decorated by sweeping feather-like bands of lime green and silvery cream. The deep burgundy-purple undersides provide a beautiful contrast, making the plant just as impressive from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intricate foliage gives Calathea Flamestar a vibrant, almost hand-painted appearance, making it an eye-catching centrepiece in any indoor plant collection. Like other prayer plants, its leaves gently rise in the evening and lower again during the day in response to changing light levels, adding movement and character to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the tropical forests of South America, Calathea Flamestar naturally grows beneath the rainforest canopy, where it enjoys filtered light, consistently moist soil and high humidity. These conditions make it particularly well suited to bright bathrooms, kitchens, conservatories with filtered light and living spaces where humidity can be maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith proper care, Calathea Flamestar forms a dense, upright clump of lush foliage, typically reaching 60–90cm tall and around 50–70cm wide, creating a stunning tropical display all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCalathea Flamestar Care Guide\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Flamestar thrives in bright, indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it near an east or north-facing window, or position it a short distance back from a bright south or west-facing window where direct sunlight is filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid direct sun, as it can scorch the leaves, fade the vibrant markings and cause crispy brown edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it tolerates moderate light levels, brighter indirect light encourages stronger growth and more vivid leaf colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright room with filtered, indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist but never saturated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater thoroughly when the top 2–3cm of compost feels dry, allowing any excess water to drain away completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever allow the compost to dry out completely, as this can cause the leaves to curl and become crispy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring autumn and winter, reduce watering slightly while still keeping the soil lightly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalatheas are sensitive to minerals, fluoride and chlorine commonly found in tap water, so rainwater, filtered water or distilled water is recommended where possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh humidity is essential for healthy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim for humidity levels of at least \u003cstrong\u003e60%\u003c\/strong\u003e, with 70% or higher producing the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo increase humidity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a humidifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the plant on a pebble tray filled with water (without the pot sitting directly in the water).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGroup it with other houseplants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow it in naturally humid rooms such as bathrooms or kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow humidity is the most common cause of brown leaf tips and edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Flamestar prefers temperatures between \u003cstrong\u003e18°C and 27°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid exposing the plant to temperatures below \u003cstrong\u003e15°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect it from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold draughts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAir conditioning units\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRadiators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSudden temperature changes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm, stable conditions encourage healthy growth throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSoil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a moisture-retentive but free-draining potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA suitable mix includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuality houseplant compost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoco coir or peat-free compost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerlite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine orchid bark\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides the balance of moisture retention and airflow needed for healthy roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer using a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser diluted to half strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid overfeeding, as Calatheas are sensitive to fertiliser build-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo feeding is usually necessary during autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Flamestar is a moderate grower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder ideal indoor conditions it typically reaches:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 60–90cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpread: 50–70cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew leaves emerge tightly rolled before gradually unfurling to reveal their vibrant patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRepotting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepot every 2–3 years, or sooner if the plant becomes root-bound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best time to repot is during spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a pot only one size larger than the current container to avoid excessive moisture retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefresh the compost to replenish nutrients and improve drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePruning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimal pruning is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply remove:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow or ageing leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown or damaged foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDead stems at the base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways use clean, sharp scissors or secateurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Flamestar is best propagated by division.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen repotting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully remove the plant from its pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate healthy clumps with their own roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePot each division into fresh compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater thoroughly and keep in warm, humid conditions until established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivision is the quickest and most reliable propagation method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrown Leaf Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually caused by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry indoor air\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard tap water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderwatering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncrease humidity and use filtered or rainwater if possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYellow Leaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost commonly caused by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverwatering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoor drainage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterlogged compost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the top layer of compost to dry slightly before watering again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCurling Leaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually indicates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold temperatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck watering, humidity and room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFaded Leaf Colours\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically caused by excessive direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMove 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