How to prune calathea vittata

Year-round as needed. Snip petioles at the base with sterilised scissors to remove whole leaves. For cosmetic tip trimming, angle cuts to follow the natural pointed or oval shape of the leaf, minimising the appearance of cuts. Avoid removing more than one-third of foliage at once.

As needed; minimal — typically a handful of leaves per year. Calathea Vittata (Goeppertia elliptica 'Vittata') requires very little pruning. Like other prayer plants, it grows from the base without branching, so pruning to shape is not applicable. Simply remove damaged, yellowing, or crispy leaves at the base. Trim browned leaf edges or tips sparingly, following the leaf's natural contour to keep it looking tidy.

Snip petioles at the base with sterilised scissors to remove whole leaves. For cosmetic tip trimming, angle cuts to follow the natural pointed or oval shape of the leaf, minimising the appearance of cuts. Avoid removing more than one-third of foliage at once.