Origin
The Calathea 'Beauty Star' originates from the South American tropical rainforests, particularly in Brazil. It belongs to the family of Marantaceae and is also known as Calathea Roseopicta ‘Beauty Star’.

Characteristics
The Calathea 'Beauty Star' is a striking houseplant, characterised by its unique foliage. The leaves of the plant have a dark green colour with a purple underside. They are striped with various shades of green and silver, giving the plant its typical appearance. The leaves open and close rhythmically with the day-night cycle, earning it the nickname 'Living Plant'.

Care
The Calathea 'Beauty Star' has certain care requirements to stay healthy. It prefers a shady environment and thrives well at warm temperatures between 18-23 degrees Celsius. Regular watering is necessary to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and the environment's humidity should be high. Overwatering or underwatering can lead to leaf spots. Regular misting of the plant is also recommended to maintain high humidity.