{"product_id":"calathea-elliptica-vittata-various-sizes","title":"Calathea Elliptica 'Vittata' - Various Sizes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Calathea Vittata: A Striking Beauty for Your Plant Collection!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSay hello to the \u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Vittata\u003c\/strong\u003e, the botanical showstopper that will instantly elevate your indoor garden! With its stunning, bold leaf patterns featuring vibrant green and white stripes, this tropical delight is sure to turn heads and inspire plant envy among your friends. 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Thrives in evenly moist, well-drained soil. Allow the surface of the soil to slightly dry out between watering. These plants can be sensitive to hard water or water that has too many additives. 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