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Happiest in high humidity environments, preferably higher than 60%. Mist regularly to boost relative humidity and avoid browned leaf tips & edges.
Understanding the Family Tree: Marantaceae (Family), Calathea (Genus), Calathea Roseopicta (Species), Calathea Roseopicta 'Surprise Star’ (Cultivar).Prune the dead and yellowing leaves to keep them looking fresh and happy. Adequate pruning also encourages the plant to grow taller and even more foliage. If your plant is kept in very bright sunlight for a prolonged time and without proper humidity, soon dry spots will develop on the plant. Fungus gnats. These pop up when the soil is consistently moist. Their larvae munch on your plant’s roots. The first step is letting the soil dry out a bit more. If that doesn’t work, try mixing one part 3% hydrogen peroxide with four parts water and apply this to the soil.
It is sometimes a hit and miss when it comes to the light requirements of a Calathea majestica. Too little and the leaves will turn yellow and wilt, whereas too much will scorch the leaves. So, where do you place your White star? In most cases, you may have to boost relative humidity around your new beauty star. Simply install a humidifier near your plant or use a water tray filled with pebbles or humidifier. How to Care for Calathea Beauty Star [1] Calathea Beauty Star Light Requirements Misting will not only boost humidity levels but can also deter spider mites. These common pests thrive in extremely dry. For best results, mist or spray directly above the leaves. The leaves of a calathea beauty star will fall off in a severe case of dehydration. The leaves will first curl, crisp up, and then drop off. You can use any traditional potting mix. Make sure it’s peaty by adding one part perlite and two parts sphagnum peat moss. You can also add in one part loamy soil.Even if your Calathea looks absolutely pitiful, don’t give up just yet! The new leaf sprouting on this bug-infested specimen is a sign it still has life inside. Calathea drooping It is typically an indication that the air in the room where your plant is located is excessively dry. Overwatering. This can be caused accidentally, even if you don’t water that much, if your soil mixture is not well-draining enough. It can also happen if your plant doesn’t get enough light to process the water you’re giving. This makes the White star even fussier during winter. Provide your White star with the necessary humidity level and keep it warm at around 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 25°). Like most tropical plants, this calathea does well in a spot with high humidity. You should keep relative humidity amply above 50%, but higher than 60% is more preferable.
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