Baby Plants - Calathea Vittata

Calathea Vittata is a variety of Prayer Plant and this baby version is simply striking. It’s bright green leaves feature flowing white stripes that give it a unique look. As with most Prayer Plants, the leaves will close up (like hands in prayer) at night and open out again in the morning.

Native to tropical forests of Central and South America, Calathea Vittata naturally craves a warm, humid environment. This makes it the ideal plant for bathrooms and kitchens. However, the humidity can be replicated in other rooms by frequent misting or using a pebble tray. Calathea Vittata does best in moist but well drained soil and does not like being waterlogged. watering little and often is ideal. It likes to be out of draughts, so keep your Prayer Plant away from doors and windows. A bright spot out of harsh direct sunlight will make this stunning little plant very happy indeed.

Calathea Vittata can be quite tricky at first but once you find the perfect spot with the right amount of light and figure out a watering schedule, you’ll find it relatively easy to look after. Growing your Calathea from its baby stage and watching it mature over time, from a tiny leafy stem to a healthy, fully grown plant is a delight to witness.

It’s not unusual to give your plant a name… so don’t hesitate to choose one that you think suits the plant! Try naming your plant with the first name or word that you think of when you look at it - that’s how we ended up with an orchid named Clover and spider plant called Joseph.