Calathea ‘Vittata’ is a pet-safe prayer plant with slender green leaves traced with fine, creamy-white stripes. Its elegant foliage and daily leaf movement make it a beautiful tropical houseplant for homes, offices, shelves, and plant collections. This humidity-loving plant thrives with gentle indirect light and consistent moisture.
Common Name: Calathea Vittata, Vittata Prayer Plant
Light: Medium to bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves
Water: Keep soil evenly, lightly moist; water when the top ½–1 inch begins to dry rather than letting the root ball dry out completely.
Soil: A moisture-retentive but well-draining mix, such as 2 parts coco coir or peat-based indoor potting mix, 1 part perlite, and 1 part fine orchid bark.
Humidity: Prefers high humidity, ideally 60% or higher, and warm, stable conditions away from cold drafts and heating or cooling vents
Care Level: Moderate to demanding; best with consistent moisture, humidity, and good-quality water
Pet Safety: Pet Safe; non-toxic to cats and dogs
Note: Images are a representation of plant. Plant leaf, size, and color may differ as each plant is unique and different.
