Calatheas get a bad wrap, but in my opinion, they’re one of the most gorgeous, easy to care for plants out there. In fact—my Calathea Ornata (pictured later on in this post) was gifted to me several years ago and was purchased at an IKEA, for real! While its definitely had some struggles, it’s definitely one of my easiest-to-care for plants. Whether you’re a newbie to Calathea Ornatas or an expert, use this Calathea Ornata plant care guide to get the most out of your house plant.
Calathea Ornata Plant Care
Sunilight
Calathea Ornatas grow best when shielded from direct sunlight. These plants grow on the forest floor in nature, so too much direct sunlight can scorch leaves and leave your plant looking less than healthy.
Water
Keep the plant soil consistently moist at all times, but never dripping. Calatheas hate too get too dry just as much as they hate to get too wet. This is one of the most important tips in the entire Calathea Ornata Plant Care guide!
Humidity
Calathea Ornatas like it humid, consider grouping plants together or supplementing with a humidifier. It’s important that you do not mist plant leaves, as this often acts as a vector for disease.
Potting Soil
Rich soil that is well draining and non sandy.
Fertilizer
Feed once monthly during the growing season, but not at all during the cooler winter months.
How to Get Rid of Calathea Ornata Brown Tips
One of the most common issues with a Calathea ornata is curling, browned plant tips. This is often a sign of inconsistent watering. As mentioned earlier, Calathea Ornatas hate when their soil is inconsistently moist or has dry patches. Give your plant a good soaking and trim off the brown tips, sadly they aren’t coming back.
How to Fix Yellow Calathea Ornata Leaves
Yellowing Calathea leaves are often a sign of overwatering. Let the soil dry out longer than you normally would (while still ensuring that the soil moisture levels remain consistent) will help to fix yellow calathea ornata leaves in no time at all.
