Ctenanthe setosa ‘Grey Star’, a never never plant cultivar, features large, elliptical leaves with a lovely silvery gray coloring that’s contrasted by a green margin all around each leaf. The coolly elegant foliage is neatly patterned, highlighted by silvery-green veining. The undersides of the leaves are a rich wine red color, adding to the plant's considerable visual appeal. As a member of the prayer plant family, Ctenanthe setosa ‘Grey Star’ displays a habit of raising and lowering its leaves in response to changes in light, giving it a dynamic appearance. Its compact, upright growth habit makes it perfect for small spaces and tabletops. The plant grows on thin, tall stems. It rarely flowers indoors. Ctenanthe setosa ‘Grey Star’ prefers bright to medium, indirect light and should be kept in an area with high humidity, such as a bathroom or kitchen. You can always use a humidifier, pebble tray, or group it with other plants to give the plant a tropical rainforest-style boost. The plant is sensitive to drafts, temperature swings, and dry air. Water when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. When repotting, use a well-draining houseplant mix. Feed monthly during the growing season with a liquid houseplant fertilizer.
Ctenanthe setosa ‘Grey Star’ features silvery gray foliage and eye-catching, pinnate venation with a wine red underside
Arrives in an 8-inch grower pot
This tropical, decorative plant grows best in medium to bright, filtered light
Tolerant of and adapts to lower light conditions
Is not considered a low-maintenance houseplant but thrives in proper conditions
Water this exotic plant enough to keep the soil moist or grow in a self-watering pot to ensure the soil does not dry out
While often mistaken for a Calathea, 'Grey Star' is mildly toxic to dogs and cats
Research shows that beautiful plants like this are air-purifiers that can reduce stress, promote creativity and boost productivity