How to prune calathea 'vittata' stripe star

Any time year-round, as needed. Snip individual dead or damaged leaves at the base of their petiole with sterilised scissors. Do not cut back healthy green stems — doing so does not encourage bushier growth in this species.

As needed. Calathea 'Vittata' (Stripe Star) needs no routine pruning or shaping. Like other Goeppertia relatives, it is grown purely for foliage. Remove leaves that turn yellow, brown, or mushy by cutting cleanly at the base to maintain appearance and good airflow within the clump.

Snip individual dead or damaged leaves at the base of their petiole with sterilised scissors. Do not cut back healthy green stems — doing so does not encourage bushier growth in this species.