Calathea Oppenhemania 'Prayer Plant' Houseplant - 23cm Pot
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Calathea Oppenhemania 'Prayer Plant' Houseplant - 23cm Pot
Calathea Oppenhemania ‘Prayer Plant’ Houseplant 23cm Pot is a stunning tropical foliage plant admired for its elegant striped leaves and rich burgundy undersides. With its air-purifying qualities, pet-friendly nature, and unique leaf movements, this large Calathea makes a striking addition to shaded indoor spaces.
Key Features
- Large statement houseplant with distinctive zebra-patterned foliage
- Decorative green leaves with contrasting burgundy-red undersides
- Prayer plant movement with leaves folding upwards at night
- Air-purifying indoor plant ideal for homes and offices
- Pet-friendly and non-toxic to cats and dogs
- Thrives in shaded or indirect light conditions
Product Description
Calathea Oppenhemania, commonly known as the Prayer Plant or Zebra Plant, is a beautiful tropical houseplant prized for its dramatic foliage and elegant growth habit. Its elongated dark green leaves are decorated with striking pale green to silvery-white stripes that resemble zebra markings, while the undersides display rich burgundy-red tones that add extra depth and colour to the plant.
Native to South America, this eye-catching Calathea is particularly admired for its natural leaf movements. In the evening, the foliage gently folds upwards before reopening in the morning, creating the distinctive ‘prayer plant’ effect that gives the plant its popular name.
Supplied in a generous 23cm pot, Calathea Oppenhemania makes an impressive indoor statement plant for living rooms, bedrooms, offices, and shaded corners of the home. It thrives in bright indirect light or partial shade and appreciates slightly humid conditions, making it ideal for creating a lush tropical feel indoors. As an added benefit, this houseplant is air purifying and completely pet friendly, making it a practical and stylish choice for family homes.
Specifications
- Product Name: Calathea Oppenhemania ‘Prayer Plant’
- Common Names: Prayer Plant, Zebra Plant
- Pot Size: 23cm
- Plant Type: Tropical indoor foliage plant
- Foliage Colour: Dark green with pale striped variegation and burgundy undersides
- Position: Bright indirect light to partial shade
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Air Purifying: Yes
- Growth Habit: Upright and spreading
- Suitable For: Living rooms, bedrooms, offices, and shaded indoor spaces
Care Tips
- Position in bright, indirect light away from direct sun
- Keep soil lightly moist but avoid waterlogging
- Increase humidity levels for best foliage appearance
- Use lukewarm water where possible to prevent leaf damage
- Avoid cold draughts and sudden temperature changes
- Wipe leaves occasionally to keep foliage clean and healthy
Why Choose Calathea Oppenhemania?
Calathea Oppenhemania is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a bold, tropical indoor plant with decorative foliage and easy indoor appeal. Its pet-friendly nature, air-purifying benefits, and striking patterned leaves make it perfect for stylish homes, offices, and thoughtful plant gifts.
The plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions, and bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.
Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.
About Us
About Us
We are a family run, independent Garden Centre, Farm Shop and Restaurant combined. We are proud to offer the very best gardening, home and outdoor living products alongside delicious, fresh, locally produced food and drink.
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Learn more about us and our story on the 'About Us' page.
Delivery
Delivery
Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!
We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.
Your Questions Answered...
What are the delivery options and prices?
We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.
- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).
The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.
New! Deliver to InPost Locker
Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.
- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.
Can someone else pick up my parcel?
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Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?
No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.
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How do I track my delivery?
Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.
Who delivers my order?
Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.
What is kerbside pallet delivery?
Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.
We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.
What should I do if my order arrives damaged?
If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.
Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?
Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.
Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?
Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles
What is the warranty on my purchase?
All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.
Still have questions?
Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.
Returns
Returns
How do I return an item?
If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.
When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.
