{"product_id":"55-70cm-calathea-triostar-prayer-plant-19cm-pot","title":"55 - 70cm Calathea Triostar Prayer Plant 19cm pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCalathea Triostar (Stromanthe sanguinea 'Triostar') – Detailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough commonly sold as \u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Triostar\u003c\/strong\u003e, this beautiful houseplant is botanically known as \u003cstrong\u003eStromanthe sanguinea 'Triostar'\u003c\/strong\u003e. Closely related to Calatheas and other prayer plants, it belongs to the Marantaceae family and shares many of the same care requirements, including a love of warmth, humidity and indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Triostar is prized for its spectacular variegated foliage, featuring long, lance-shaped leaves splashed with vibrant shades of green, creamy white and blush pink. The undersides of the leaves are a rich burgundy-purple, creating a striking contrast as the foliage gently moves throughout the day. No two leaves are identical, making every plant a unique living work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other prayer plants, Triostar displays a fascinating daily movement known as nyctinasty. The leaves lift upwards during the evening, revealing their colourful undersides, before lowering again with the morning light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the tropical forests of Brazil, Triostar naturally grows beneath the rainforest canopy, where it enjoys filtered light, warm temperatures and consistently high humidity. Indoors, it makes a spectacular feature plant for living rooms, bedrooms, offices or bathrooms, bringing colour and texture to modern interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the right conditions, Calathea Triostar develops into a lush, upright plant reaching around \u003cstrong\u003e60–90cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e50–70cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing year-round interest with its ever-changing foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCalathea Triostar Care Guide\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Triostar thrives in bright, indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition it near an east or north-facing window, or slightly back from a bright south or west-facing window where sunlight is filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright indirect light helps maintain the vibrant pink, cream and green variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves, fade the colours and cause brown edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow light is tolerated but may reduce variegation and slow growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright room with filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the compost consistently lightly moist without allowing it to become waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater thoroughly when the top 2–3cm of compost begins to dry, ensuring excess water drains away freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever allow the soil to dry out completely, as this can cause curling leaves and crispy edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduce watering slightly during autumn and winter while maintaining lightly moist soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the healthiest foliage, use rainwater, filtered water or distilled water whenever possible, as Triostar can be sensitive to minerals and chlorine found in tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh humidity is essential for keeping the foliage colourful and healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim for humidity levels above \u003cstrong\u003e60%\u003c\/strong\u003e, with 70% or higher being ideal.\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\u003eGroup plants together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the pot 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\u003eGrow it in naturally humid rooms such as bathrooms or kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry air is one of the main causes of brown leaf edges and faded foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Triostar prefers temperatures between \u003cstrong\u003e18°C and 27°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid temperatures below \u003cstrong\u003e15°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, as cold conditions can damage the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep away 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\u003eRadiators\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\u003eSudden temperature fluctuations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm, stable conditions will encourage healthy, continuous growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSoil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a well-draining yet moisture-retentive compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn ideal mix contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHouseplant 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 combination helps retain moisture while providing good airflow around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser diluted to half strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid excessive fertiliser, as Triostar is sensitive to salt build-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not feed during autumn and winter when growth slows naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Triostar is a moderate grower under ideal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature plants typically reach:\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 unfurling to reveal their vibrant variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach new leaf develops its own unique pattern of green, cream and pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRepotting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepot every 2–3 years, or when roots begin growing through the drainage holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is the best time to repot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a pot only one size larger than the existing one 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\u003eVery little pruning is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove:\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\u003eUse clean, sharp scissors to minimise stress on the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Triostar 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\u003eDivide healthy clumps that have their own roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant each division into fresh compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater well and keep warm and humid until new growth appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivision is the easiest and most successful propagation method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrown Leaf Edges\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 switch to filtered or rainwater if necessary.\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 compost\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 levels and room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFaded Variegation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften caused by insufficient light or excessive direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide bright, indirect light for the strongest colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDrooping Leaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome daily movement is completely normal as part of the plant's prayer movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersistent drooping may indicate inconsistent watering, root problems or temperature stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eToxicity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Triostar is \u003cstrong\u003enon-toxic to cats and dogs\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a safe and colourful addition to pet-friendly homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Calathea Triostar?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea Triostar is one of the most colourful and distinctive foliage houseplants available. Its stunning blend of green, cream, pink and burgundy creates a vibrant tropical display that brightens any indoor space. Combined with its fascinating daily leaf movements and pet-friendly nature, it is an excellent choice for both experienced plant enthusiasts and those looking to add a striking statement plant to their home. With bright, indirect light, consistent moisture and plenty of humidity, Calathea Triostar will reward you with beautiful foliage throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58248920301942,"sku":"SPVV144","price":28.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/IMG_8070.jpg?v=1783693447","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/55-70cm-calathea-triostar-prayer-plant-19cm-pot","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}