Identifying a Houseplant: Large Green Leaves with White Lines & Red Undersides

A reader describes a plant with large green leaves, whitish lines, and red undersides—but no photo. The expert requests more details:

• Leaf shape?
• Leaf dimensions?
• Do lines run lengthwise or crosswise?
• Plant height?
• Stem description and count?

Likely candidates: Calathea, Stromanthe, Maranta (prayer plants), or Ctenanthe. A photo emailed to the expert would give an instant ID.

If you have a similar plant, note these features and send a picture for accurate identification and care advice.