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Stromanthe 'triostar' 14cm

Name: Stromanthe 'triostar' 14cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Stromtriost14cm
Price: 12.5 EUR
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Indoor plant · Marantaceae · Moving tricolour foliage

Stromanthethalia‘Triostar’

Three colours on the leaf and a pink surprise underneath 🎨

Family: Marantaceae · Pot diameter: 14 cm · Height: 45–50 cm

Marantaceae
Green, cream and pink
Burgundy undersides
Moving leaves
Rhizomatous tropical clump

Stromanthe thalia ‘Triostar’ opens long spear-shaped leaves painted with irregular green, cream and pink zones, while the reverse remains deep pink-burgundy. As leaves change angle through the day, the two surfaces alternate and the crown seems to change palette.

Each leaf of Stromanthe thalia ‘Triostar’ acts as a two-sided colour surface: painted green and cream when open, warm pink-burgundy as it changes angle.

What makes it special

‘Triostar’ relies not on one colour but on the constant interplay of pattern, leaf reverse and movement.

A tricolour upper surface

Each leaf distributes green, cream and pink differently, so no blade precisely repeats the previous one.

A pink-burgundy reverse

The vivid underside appears along curves, on folded new blades and whenever the crown lifts.

Leaves that change posture

Swollen joints at the blade base alter cell pressure and allow small daily movements.

Why you’ll love it: it is colour in motion: every new blade adds a different pattern and every angle reveals the pink reverse.

In your space Placement & plant pairings Where it looks its best and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

In a bright position with filtered light, away from radiators and draughts, so both the painted upper surface and pink-burgundy leaf backs can be appreciated.

Plant pairings

Plants that complement it

Choices with compatible light needs and contrasting textures keep the arrangement balanced.

Goeppertia orbifolia — broad silver bands with the same preference for humidity.
Ctenanthe burle-marxii — fishbone pattern in a lower, more horizontal crown.
Maranta leuconeura — painted veins and daily movement on a trailing line.

Care at a glance

Light

Bright, filtered light without harsh direct sun. Good light supports the cream and pink pattern.

Water

When the upper 2–3 cm are dry. Maintain even light moisture, but never saturated mix or standing water.

Atmosphere

Higher humidity with airflow and roughly 18–27°C. Avoid radiators, air conditioning and cold draughts.

Pets

Generally considered low risk for cats and dogs, but it is not food and chewing may still cause discomfort.

Chosen for this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrate Sybasoil Calathea Premium Mix 5lt View product

Suitable nutrition Liquid Gold Leaf® 250ml View product

Detailed care Complete care guide Light, watering, humidity, substrate and nutrition in detail

Light and position

Provide plentiful diffused light. Strong sun fades and scorches pale sectors, while low light reduces contrast in new growth.

Correct watering

Check often without watering mechanically. When the upper 2–3 cm dry, wet evenly and drain fully. Soft water helps where tap water is high in salts.

Air humidity

Aim for consistently higher humidity without keeping leaves continuously wet. A humidifier and gentle airflow are more effective than occasional misting.

Temperature

Maintain a stable roughly 18–27°C. Sudden drops, cold glass and dry heat can curl edges and delay leaf unfurling.

Substrate

Greenleaf Plant Search maps Stromanthe to Sybasoil Calathea Mix. The mix holds even moisture while remaining airy when the pot has open drainage holes.

Nutrition and repotting

During active growth use Liquid Gold Leaf at the label rate on already moist mix, less frequently than for fast aroids. Repot only when roots fill the pot.

Botanical identity Origin of the cultivar The species’ range and the history of the cultivated selection

The accepted Stromanthe thalia

The accepted species is Stromanthe thalia in Marantaceae. The older Stromanthe sanguinea is treated as its synonym.

The cultivar ‘Triostar’

RHS lists Stromanthe sanguinea ‘Triostar’ with plant breeders’ rights and gives ‘Tricolour’ as a horticultural synonym. The modern spelling transfers the same selection to Stromanthe thalia.

From Brazil

Wild Stromanthe thalia is native to Brazil, from Bahia to Paraná, and grows in wet tropical habitat.

From natural habitat to care: Origins in wet tropical understorey explain the preference for filtered light, steady atmospheric humidity and evenly moist yet airy mix. Wet forest does not mean roots submerged in standing water.

Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for Botanical details for anyone curious about the plant behind the foliage

The pulvinus moves the leaf

A swollen joint called a pulvinus sits at the blade base. Ion and water movement between opposing sides changes turgor and leaf angle.

The movement is nyctinasty

The daily posture change is guided by an internal circadian clock and light signals, not by rapid petiole growth.

Variegation changes photosynthetic area

Cream and strongly pink areas contain less chlorophyll. The green part of each leaf carries more of the sugar-production load.

Anthocyanins colour the underside

Red and purple anthocyanins absorb particular wavelengths and create the burgundy underside. This is not a deficiency or disease signal.

Frequently asked questions

Practical answers about growth and the plant’s most common signals.

01 Why do the leaves fold or lift at night?

This is normal nyctinastic movement in Marantaceae. If they remain tightly rolled all day, check roots, air humidity, temperature and harsh sun.

02 Why are the edges turning brown?

Common causes include low air humidity, irregular watering, high dissolved salts or harsh sun. Check all factors before increasing water.

03 What do leaves rolled all day mean?

They may indicate a dry root zone, low humidity, cold or intense light. Check mix and environment; normal evening lifting is different.

04 Does it need misting?

Occasional misting changes humidity only briefly. A humidifier, grouping and steady gentle airflow are more effective without keeping leaves wet.

05 When should it be repotted?

When roots and rhizomes have substantially filled the pot or water moves through unevenly. Move up one size only and retain an airy, evenly moisture-retentive mix.

06 Is it safe for cats and dogs?

It is generally considered low risk, but no ornamental plant is intended for eating. Chewing can still cause mechanical irritation or stomach upset.

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Stromanthe 'triostar' 14cm

Stromanthe 'triostar' 14cm

Stromanthethalia‘Triostar’

What makes it special

A tricolour upper surface

A pink-burgundy reverse

Leaves that change posture

Where it looks its best

Plants that complement it

Care at a glance

Light

Water

Atmosphere

Pets

Substrate & nutrition

Light and position

Correct watering

Air humidity

Temperature

Substrate

Nutrition and repotting

The accepted Stromanthe thalia

The cultivar ‘Triostar’

From Brazil

The pulvinus moves the leaf

The movement is nyctinasty

Variegation changes photosynthetic area

Anthocyanins colour the underside

Frequently asked questions

Stromanthe 'triostar' 14cm — Care & Tips

We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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