Calathea Triostar is a spectacular looking plant that can be grown in pots as well as in-ground.
Calathea Triostar is a popular cultivar that features showy olive green leaves variegated with white, cream and pink shades. It has thick, glossy, oblong leaves with entire margins that are a dark green color on top and burgundy below.
This plants produce reddish-pink flowers in the spring, but they cannot compete with its dazzling leaves.
Plant specification
Common Name
Stromanthe sanguinea triostar, Calathea Triostar, Stromanthe Triostar, Trio Star
Maximum Reachable Height
3 to 5 ft
Flower Colour
White with orange-red sepals
Bloom Time
March to April
Difficulty Level
Very easy to grow
Calathea Triostar Planting And Care
Sunlight
This plant grows well in bright indirect sunlight.
Soil
Soil should be well drain and porus.
Watering
Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when the top soil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
Apply water probably in the morning or evening time.
Do not overwater the plant.
As a rule of thumb, water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Application of fertilizer
Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture.
During the main growing season (January-March) feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.
Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.
Plant Protection
Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.
Don’ts
Do not over water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.
keep away from the AC Vents.
Do not apply water on plant leaves.
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location.
Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.
Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.
Keep the plant in indirect light.
Do not repot immediately after receiving it.
Special feature of Calathea Triostar
It is popular as a Christmas present.
Ornamental uses of Calathea Triostar
This is a spectacular looking plant used for decorations in homes, shops, and offices
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