{"product_id":"calathea-flamestar-19cm-75cm","title":"Calathea Flamestar (Peacock Plant) - H75 cm | Pot Ø19 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"calathea-flamestar\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🔥 Striking graphic patterns • 💜 Deep purple undersides • ☀️ Bright to medium indirect light • 💧 Regular watering • 📏 H75 cm | Pot Ø19 cm • 🌬️ Air-purifying • 🐾 Non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Flamestar\u003c\/strong\u003e, also called \u003cem\u003ePeacock Plant\u003c\/em\u003e, is a tropical plant native to the humid understory of South America. Its large dark green leaves striped with light green, and their deep purple underside visible when the leaves rise, create a two-act visual show — top by day, underside by night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eLike all Marantaceae, it exhibits nyctinasty: its leaves fold up each evening and unfold in the morning — a natural movement that signals the plant’s good health. Completely non-toxic to pets, it is a rare graphic \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-pet-friendly-interieur\"\u003epet-friendly plant\u003c\/a\u003e. Discover it in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/calathea\"\u003eCalathea collection\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/comment-bien-accueillir-une-nouvelle-plante\"\u003enew plant care guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE CALATHEA CHOISIR ? --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-calathea\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Calathea variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Calathea genus offers a unique diversity of patterns and textures. Here are the most distinctive profiles from our catalog:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Flamestar\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — striking graphic patterns, deep purple undersides, size H75 cm | Pot Ø19 cm. The largest and most contrasting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-warscewiczii-plante-paon-veloutee-d19cm-70cm\"\u003eCalathea Warscewiczii\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark green velvety foliage with feather-like patterns, burgundy underside. The most velvety and darkest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-orbifolia-plante-paon-tropicale\"\u003eCalathea Orbifolia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — large round silver-green leaves with wide stripes. The largest and brightest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-ornata-plante-tropicale-au-feuillage-raye-rose-o14cm-50cm\"\u003eCalathea Ornata\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine pale pink stripes on a dark green background. The most delicate and elegant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-medallion-plante-paon-tropicale\"\u003eCalathea Medallion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — light green medallion patterns on a dark green background, purple underside. The most classic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eOther varieties are available in our catalog — Stripestar, Bluegrass, Fusion White, Majestica, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026 location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Flamestar\u003c\/strong\u003e naturally grows under tropical forest canopy — it prefers diffused light and constant humidity, and does not tolerate direct sun or dry air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright to moderate indirect light — a few meters from a window, never in direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e direct sunlight that burns leaves and fades patterns, very dark corners that slow growth and make stripes disappear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 °C, without sudden changes or drafts — very sensitive to temperature shocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–70% essential — place on a bed of moist clay pebbles or use a humidifier nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e light and well-drained — universal potting soil with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIf the leaves no longer lift in the evening, it’s often due to lack of light or water stress. Move to a slightly brighter spot and check watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular — keep the substrate slightly moist at all times without ever soaking it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 2 times a week in spring-summer, reduced in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-calcareous water is essential — filtered or rainwater. Hard water causes characteristic brown edges on leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e mist the foliage 2 to 3 times a week in dry air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e pot with drainage holes required, empty the saucer after watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e liquid green plant fertilizer diluted by half, once a month from April to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eBrown edges on leaves are almost always caused by hard water or dry air — rarely by watering issues. Start by changing the water before adjusting watering frequency. Check our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/arrosage-des-plantes-dinterieur-le-guide-complet-pour-ne-plus-jamais-sur-arroser\"\u003ecomplete watering guide\u003c\/a\u003e to master frequency by season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS VÉGÉTALES --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 plant combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Flamestar\u003c\/strong\u003e is a plant that enlivens a space on two levels — its patterns by day, the purple underside that appears when the leaves lift in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolo in a bright living room:\u003c\/strong\u003e its D19 x H75 cm size makes it a statement plant — in a terracotta or beige ceramic pot, it creates an immediate tropical focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn arrangement:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/calathea-maranta-1\"\u003eMaranta\u003c\/a\u003e or an Alocasia for a contrast of shapes and patterns in the same tropical corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural terracotta, matte beige or white ceramic — warm, neutral tones highlight the graphic foliage without competing with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIts purple underside is especially visible in the evening when the leaves lift — place it where you can watch it from your sofa or desk at the end of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimescale is its number one enemy\u003c\/strong\u003e — the characteristic brown edges on Calathea are not a sign of overwatering but a reaction to limescale and fluoride in tap water. Switch to filtered water or water left to sit overnight before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity is essential\u003c\/strong\u003e — native to humid tropical understories, it suffers from dry air in heated apartments during winter. Mist 2 to 3 times a week or place the pot on a bed of constantly moist clay pebbles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf movement indicates health\u003c\/strong\u003e — a plant that closes well at night and opens in the morning is a happy plant. If movement stops, check light and humidity first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect from drafts\u003c\/strong\u003e — Calathea is especially sensitive to sudden temperature changes. Keep it away from poorly insulated windows in winter and air conditioners in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepot every 2 years in spring\u003c\/strong\u003e — use a light, well-draining substrate (universal potting soil + perlite). A pot that’s slightly too large retains too much moisture — choose a size just a bit bigger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🐾 Non-toxic\u003c\/strong\u003e — Calathea is completely safe for dogs and cats. One of the few large graphic plants that is fully pet-friendly. Find more ideas in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/plantes-dinterieur-et-animaux-guide-complet-pour-une-cohabitation-reussie-et-securisee\"\u003eplants and pets guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCalathea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flamestar'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peacock plant, Calathea Flamestar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marantaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical forests of South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 80–90 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright to moderate indirect light — avoid direct sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular — keep substrate slightly moist, use non-limescale water only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e high (60–70%) essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-toxic for dogs and cats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graphic \/ Tropical \/ Urban jungle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e striking graphic patterns, deep purple undersides, daily nyctinastic movement, non-toxic, air-purifying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: photos show a representative example. The intensity of patterns and foliage density naturally vary depending on growing conditions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56818914525449,"sku":"2780","price":37.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/calathea-flamestar-plante-paon-o19-cm-h75-cm-verdeia-8970210.jpg?v=1772398329","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/calatea-flamestar-19cm-75cm","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}