It was instant love over the intricate network of lines on the foliage that looks almost unreal. The Musaica loves shade. Too much sun, it will lose its markings. Too little, it won’t be green. So I've been keeping it under the shade of a palm. It seems to be doing fine.
Like all Calatheas, this plant is finicky with water and responds best to water left out overnight. Instant tap water seems to brown its edges. Watch it like a hawk for the first month and adjust sun exposure and water feedings according to its temperaments.
Difficulty level: A little tricky
Sunlight: Semi-shade; great if there's sun exposure in the morning or afternoon
Water: Hydrate when top of soil feels dry. It likes moist soil but don't let it stand in water. Enjoys a good misting, especially on hot days.
From: BLG Nursery, Punggol