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Calathea Musaica

4.9 out of 5 (8 experiences)

Large, lush leaves

Fast grower

About Calathea Musaica

Many of the houseplants we used to know as Calatheas now belong to the genus Goeppertia (say that three times fast). These plants have delightfully patterned leaves that come in all sorts of colors and shapes! Commonly known as prayer plants, the leaves of some species fold up at night through a process called nyctinasty meaning night movement! 😴

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Goeppertia kegeljanii 'PP0005'

Genus

Goeppertia

Family

Marantaceae

Order

Zingiberales

Also known as

Network Calathea kegeljanii, Calathea musaica, Calathea musaica 'Network', Calathea musaica 'Network and Calathea Network

How to care for Calathea Musaica

💦 Water

How often to water your Calathea Musaica

Calathea Musaica needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Calathea Musaica in your home

Calathea Musaica may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Calathea Musaica in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Calathea Musaica

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Calathea Musaica: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Calathea Musaica after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Calathea Musaica can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!

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Outdoor Care Guide for Calathea Musaica →

💦 Water Needs

Calathea Musaica prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calathea Musaica Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Calathea Musaica may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Calathea Musaica Light Requirements →

Calathea Musaica Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Calathea Musaica is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

💨 Humidity

Calathea Musaica prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Calathea Musaica is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Calathea Musaica →

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When and How to Successfully Repot Calathea Musaica →

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💩 Fertilizer

Calathea Musaica should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Calathea Musaica →

🌎 Native Region

Calathea Musaica is native to Tropical Americas.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Calathea Musaica grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Calathea Musaica Lifecycle →

Calathea Musaica Size Guide →

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Calathea Musaica can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Calathea Musaica Temperature Tolerance →

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🌱 Propagation

Calathea Musaica can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

How to Propagate Calathea Musaica →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Calathea Musaica, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.