{"product_id":"calathea-undulata-wavestar-wavestar-calathea","title":"Calathea undulata 'Wavestar' (Wavestar Calathea)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eElevate your indoor space with the bold texture and vibrant colour of \u003ci\u003eCalathea undulata\u003c\/i\u003e 'Wavestar', a stunning member of the popular prayer plant family. This remarkable Calathea is instantly recognisable by its large, elongated leaves featuring highly pronounced, wavy edges, which give the plant its characteristic dramatic flair. The leaf tops are a luminous, rich green, sometimes patterned with subtle darker stripes, while the undersides reveal a deep, velvety purple-red. With its striking two-toned foliage and unique movement (leaves fold up at night), the 'Wavestar' is a tropical masterpiece that brings life and sophisticated drama to any well-lit room.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003ePlant Placement Area:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eBright, indirect light:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thrives best in bright,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e filtered sunlight,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e such as near an east or north-facing window,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or set back from a south or west-facing window.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Direct sun will quickly scorch and bleach the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-35\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-35\"\u003eWarm and stable:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prefers consistent average room temperatures between 18-24°C (65-75°F).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid cold drafts or placement near heating\/cooling vents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eHigh humidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Needs high humidity (ideally 50% or more) to prevent the leaf margins from turning brown and crispy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideal spots include bright bathrooms,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e kitchens,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or next to a humidifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eIndoor only:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Strictly an indoor houseplant in non-tropical climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eDistinctive wavy foliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The strong,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e undulating leaf margins provide unique texture and visual interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eVibrant two-toned colour:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The contrasting rich green tops and deep purple-red undersides add sophisticated colour to your space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eAir purifier:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helps to filter common household toxins from the air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003ePet-friendly:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a safe choice for households with pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eDramatically decorative:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A true statement plant that commands attention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eWatering Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eKeep consistently moist:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water thoroughly when the top inch of the soil begins to feel dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It dislikes drying out completely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eAvoid tap water:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highly sensitive to chlorine, fluoride, and mineral salts in tap water, which causes the leaf tips and edges to turn brown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Always use distilled,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e filtered,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or collected rainwater.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eEnsure drainage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Never let the plant sit in standing water, as this will lead to root rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eIncrease humidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use a humidifier, place the pot on a pebble tray filled with water, or mist regularly (though misting alone is often insufficient for a high-humidity lover).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use a high-quality, free-draining potting mix that retains moisture well, such as a mix designed for tropical plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eFertilize sparingly:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feed with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during the spring and summer growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid fertilizing in fall and winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gently wipe the large leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks to remove dust and maximize light absorption.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Repot infrequently,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e typically every 1-2 years,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when the plant becomes root-bound,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e using a pot only one size larger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eLight Level:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eBright Indirect Light:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Essential for maintaining vibrant colours and healthy growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-27\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-27\"\u003eAvoid Direct Sun:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Will result in bleached, burnt, and damaged leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eAvoid Low Light:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Will cause leaves to lose their deep colours,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stems to become leggy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and growth to slow dramatically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-26\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-26\"\u003eNon-toxic to pets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA), making it one of the safer foliage plants for pet owners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eMetafields for Calathea undulata 'Wavestar'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003ePlant Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-25\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-25\"\u003eValue:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wavy Leaves, Two-Toned Foliage, Upright Clumping, Air Purifying, Prayer Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eClass:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Houseplant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Foliage Plant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tropical Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eSuitable Space:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bright Living Room,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Humid Bathroom,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Office,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bedroom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bright Indirect Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eTag:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy Care (Humidity Sensitive),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tropical,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pet Safe,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Air Purifying,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unique Foliage,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Statement Plant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High 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