Indoor, medium to bright, indirect light; no direct sun
Calathea Beauty Star Holland
A prayer plant with long, glossy dark leaves striped silver-pink, with purple undersides. It grows in medium to bright, indirect light and scorches in direct sun, so keep it back from the window.
AED 38each
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Quantity
- Calathea Beauty Star Holland × 1
- AED 38
- Total
- AED 38
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- Light
- Medium to bright, indirect light; no direct sun
- Water
- Every 4–6 days in summer to keep soil lightly moist; every 7–8 days in winter
- Pets
- Pet safe
- Where
- Indoor
Why people love it
- Glossy dark leaves with silver-pink stripes stand out.
- Purple undersides show when the leaves fold at night.
- Compact enough for a shaded shelf.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA lists it as non-toxic to cats and dogs, a calmer choice with pets.
- Dry AC air crisps the thin leaf edges.
- Tap water minerals can brown the narrow leaf tips.
About this plant
Calathea Beauty Star is a cultivar of Goeppertia ornata (formerly Calathea ornata), a prayer plant from tropical South America. Its long, pointed leaves are deep green with feathered silver and pale pink stripes running from the midrib, and their undersides are a rich purple. Like other calatheas, the leaves fold up at night and open in the morning.
It is a medium-maintenance plant in Dubai. It is happy in medium, indirect light and dislikes direct sun, which fades the pattern. Dry air from air conditioning is its biggest problem, often causing crispy brown edges, so a humidifier, pebble tray or bathroom spot helps. It is also sensitive to minerals in tap water; filtered or rested water reduces leaf-tip burn.
It suits bedrooms, living rooms away from windows, offices and bathrooms with some light. We offer it in one tabletop size.
- Light
- Medium to bright, indirect light; no direct sun
- Water
- Every 4–6 days in summer to keep soil lightly moist; every 7–8 days in winter
- AC
- Keep it 1 metre from vents
- Pets
- Listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (listed under Calathea spp.).
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Every plant is checked at our shop in Warsan 3 before it is dispatched. Questions about Calathea Beauty Star Holland? Message us on WhatsApp.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Calathea Beauty Star Holland healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Medium to bright, indirect light; no direct sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 4–6 days in summer to keep soil lightly moist; every 7–8 days in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: airy, moisture-retaining mix with peat or coir, bark and perlite. Feeding: half-strength liquid feed monthly from March to October. Common mistake: using hard tap water and letting the soil dry out, which browns the leaf edges. Where it works: bedrooms, offices, living rooms and bright bathrooms.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (listed under Calathea spp.).
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
Book a Plant Doctor VisitComplete Your Space
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Calathea Beauty Star Holland FAQs
Why are the leaf edges going brown?
Usually dry AC air or hard tap water. Raise humidity and water with filtered water.
How often should I water it in summer?
Every 4–6 days, keeping the soil lightly moist but not soggy.
Is it toxic to pets?
The ASPCA lists Calathea species as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
Does it need sunlight?
No direct sun. Medium, indirect light keeps the pattern sharp.
Need 10 or more for an office, hotel or restaurant?
We install and maintain them too, with one written quote.