Calathea Network《网纹竹芋》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Calathea musaica:

• Unique, pixelated leaf pattern—like a living mosaic

• Elegant, symmetrical foliage with a clean look

• Non-toxic to pets and children

• Adds modern calm and texture to home or office

• A collector’s favorite for its rare appearance

🌿 Calathea musaica (Goeppertia kegeljanii) – Care Tips

Also known as Network Calathea, Calathea musaica is cherished for its intricate mosaic-like leaf pattern—a stunning grid of light and dark green that looks almost digital. It’s a more tolerant Calathea species, making it great for plant parents looking for beauty and low maintenance.

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light

• Can tolerate low light, but growth may slow

• Avoid direct sun – it can fade or burn leaves

💧 Water

• Keep soil evenly moist, not soggy

• Water when top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil is dry

• Best with filtered, distilled, or rainwater to avoid leaf tip browning

🌡️ Humidity & Temperature

• Thrives in 50–70% humidity

• Prefers warm temps: 18–26°C (65–78°F)

• Avoid cold drafts and air conditioners

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use light, well-draining soil (e.g., coco peat + perlite)

• Pot with drainage holes

• Repot every 1–2 years to refresh soil and promote growth

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed monthly in spring and summer

• Use a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer

• No feeding during winter rest period

✂️ Maintenance

• Wipe leaves gently to show off the pattern

• Trim away any brown or damaged leaves

• Can be divided during repotting for propagation

✅ Pet-Friendly

• Calathea musaica is non-toxic to cats and dogs 🐶🐱

Calathea musaica is a conversation starter—quietly captivating, refined, and full of character. A must-have for plant lovers who appreciate the beauty of intricate detail.