How to prune calathea loeseneri (brazilian star)

Any time year-round, as needed. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning snips to cut spent leaves and old flower stalks at the base of the petiole, close to the soil. Do not cut into healthy stems.

As needed. Brazilian Star rarely needs pruning beyond removing yellowed, damaged, or spent leaves and flower stalks. It is not a plant you shape or cut back. Snip dead foliage at the base to keep energy directed at healthy growth and to prevent rot in the dense clump.

Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning snips to cut spent leaves and old flower stalks at the base of the petiole, close to the soil. Do not cut into healthy stems.