San Leandro, CA (Zone 9b) | January 2020 | neutral
Per Irene Ngoo at Min's Garden @tropicaljungle in Singapore:
"Calathea musaica, also known as Calathea network, is irresistible to...Read More foliage lovers, with its one-of-a-kind green and yellow mosaic pattern on its shiny leaves. It’s not an easy to care for plant (the leaves of mine turned brown easily when I started growing this without knowing much about its growth habit ) but once you find the sweet spot, it's well worth the effort. High humidity is a must and it likes bright indirect light. Mine are nestled among other plants which provide company and humidity. I also have one growing in the shade of a bigger plant. Watering can be tricky as it likes the soil moist but not soggy. It is also sensitive to water quality. Some growers use distilled water or rainwater. Regular misting can help prevent leaves from browning."
very unusual foliage plant - should not have direct sun exposure, leaves will burn - multiplies fairly quickly - great indoor plant and p...Read Moreotted plant for colder zones
Per Irene Ngoo at Min's Garden @tropicaljungle in Singapore:
"Calathea musaica, also known as Calathea network, is irresistible to...Read More
very unusual foliage plant - should not have direct sun exposure, leaves will burn - multiplies fairly quickly - great indoor plant and p...Read More