Calathea Ornata — Peacock plant with pink stripes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do Calathea leaves fold up in the evening? It’s a natural phenomenon called nyctinasty — the leaves rise and fold each evening to reveal their deep purple underside, then unfold horizontally in the morning in response to light.
Is Calathea Ornata toxic to cats and dogs? No, Calathea Ornata is non-toxic to cats, dogs, and children — it’s one of the safest houseplants for homes with pets.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Dark green foliage with spectacular pink stripes • 🟣 Elegant purple undersides • 🌙 Leaves that fold up at night • ☀️ Partial shade to indirect light • 🐾 Non-toxic • 🏙️ 2 sizes available.
The Calathea Ornata, or pink-striped peacock plant, is an evergreen tropical plant native to the rainforests of South America (Colombia, Venezuela), prized for its exceptional graphic foliage — dark green leaves marked with fine, vivid pink stripes, with intense purple undersides revealed with every leaf movement. Its leaves fold up at night and unfold during the day in a natural phenomenon called nyctinasty, creating a living, soothing botanical spectacle. Among decorative foliage plants, it is one of the most graphic and elegant varieties.
Non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it ideal for pet-friendly interiors, it thrives in Partial shade, where few other plants offer such visual impact.
Which Calathea variety should you choose?
The Calathea genus offers a wide diversity of patterns and textures in the tropical collection. Here is how to position the Calathea Ornata among the main varieties in the catalog:
- Calathea Ornata (this plant) — fine pink stripes on dark green, with purple undersides. The most graphic and colorful variety for an immediate pink-and-green visual impact.
- Calathea Majestica 'Princeps' — wider, more contrasting pink stripes, with a regal, dense growth habit. The choice for an even more majestic variation of the pink-green palette.
- Calathea Orbifolia — large, round leaves with silver stripes, creating a highly architectural effect. The choice for an XXL size and a softer, brighter palette.
- Calathea Lancifolia 'Insignis' — elongated, pointed leaves with dark green spots on a light green background. The choice for a more geometric, less colorful pattern.
- Calathea Makoyana — semi-transparent leaves with intricate stained-glass-like patterns. The choice for the collection's most artistic and delicate foliage.
- Calathea Warscewiczii — velvety dark green foliage with a soft, matte texture. The choice for a tactile and sophisticated presence rather than a colorful one.
The H75 cm format | Pot Ø19 cm is ideal for dressing a corner of the living room or entryway — at this size, Calathea Ornata develops an imposing architectural form in which each striped leaf becomes a natural work of art in its own right.
Light exposure & location
Calathea Ornata naturally grows in shaded tropical undergrowth — it is the quintessential indirect-light plant. Direct sun quickly burns and fades its characteristic pink stripes. Its ideal location depends on the light levels in each room, as with the best plants for each room type.
- Light exposure: partial shade or indirect light — never direct sun, which fades the stripes.
- Ideal location: living room, office, bedroom, bright bathroom — 1 to 2 m from a window.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C — without sudden fluctuations or cold drafts.
- Humidity: high (60–70 %) — a bright bathroom is the ideal location.
A bright bathroom is the ideal location for Calathea — the room's natural humidity recreates the conditions of humid tropical undergrowth and maintains the shine of the pink stripes without additional misting.
Watering & care
Calathea is sensitive to limescale and dry air — the two main causes of brown edges appearing on its leaves. Rainwater or filtered water is strongly recommended. A slightly moist substrate, never waterlogged or completely dry, sums up the right watering for indoor plants.
- Watering: moderate with lime-free water — keep the substrate slightly moist, about once a week during the growing season.
- Humidity: mist regularly or place the pot on a tray of moist gravel to maintain 60–70% ambient humidity.
- Fertilizer: liquid fertilizer for green plants, diluted by half, once a month from March to September.
- Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve the vibrancy of the pink stripes and optimize photosynthesis.
If the leaf edges turn brown, it is almost always due to hard water or air that is too dry — switch to rainwater and increase ambient humidity before changing your watering routine.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The dark green foliage with pink stripes and purple undersides of Calathea Ornata create a highly sophisticated, colorful graphic focal point — it fits just as well in a contemporary apartment as in a soothing wellness corner.
- For a highly contrasting pink and silver graphic duo, pair it with Calathea Orbifolia — Orbifolia's large, round, bright silver leaves create a contrast in size, shape, and palette with Ornata's elongated dark green leaves striped with pink.
- For a graphic arrangement on a desk or shelf, pair it with Calathea Lancifolia — the two Calatheas have complementary patterns that create a harmonious arrangement in the same green and purple tones, perfect for a work-from-home space.
- For a very lively indoor jungle with contrasting movements, pair it with Calathea Makoyana — both plants exhibit nyctinasty, and their leaves fold and unfold simultaneously each day, creating a living botanical spectacle.
- To enhance the pink stripes in the pot, a matte black or dark green ceramic decorative pot creates the most striking contrast with the bright pink stripes — the dark background intensifies the colors' vibrancy and highlights the foliage's sophistication.
Observe the Calathea Ornata at the end of the day — its leaves gradually rise to reveal their intense purple undersides, a natural and soothing botanical spectacle that repeats every evening.
Verdeia tips
- Water only with low-limescale water: the Calathea is highly sensitive to limescale — brown edges appearing on the leaves are almost always caused by hard tap water, not by overwatering or underwatering. Collect rainwater or let tap water stand for 24 hours before watering to allow the chlorine to evaporate.
- Maintain high ambient humidity: mist the leaves two to three times a week in winter when heating dries out the air, or place the pot on a tray of gravel with water — dry air is among the 10 common mistakes with indoor plants.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes and drafts: the Calathea folds its leaves as a sign of stress when exposed to sudden changes — choose a stable location away from poorly insulated windows and air-conditioning vents.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Calathea ornata
- Common name: Pink-striped peacock plant
- Origin: South America (Colombia, Venezuela)
- Available sizes: H50 cm | Pot Ø14 cm / H75 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
- Mature size: 60 to 80 cm indoors
- Light exposure: partial shade or indirect light — never direct sun
- Substrate: rich all-purpose potting soil, kept slightly moist at all times
- Watering: moderate with low-limescale water — slightly moist substrate
- Humidity: high (60–70%) — regular misting recommended
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C — without sudden fluctuations
- Foliage: dark green with bright pink stripes, purple undersides, nyctinastic
- Toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Graphic / Tropical / Urban jungle
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the pink stripes and the density of the foliage naturally vary depending on light levels and ambient humidity.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.