Showy Medinilla, a genus of tropical flowering plants, requires careful attention to thrive. Basic care involves bright, indirect light, high humidity, warm temperatures, and well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Common challenges encompass pests like mealybugs and scale, root rot due to overwatering, and leaf drop from insufficient light. Seasonally, they need less water in winter but constant warmth year-round. Careful monitoring is key for these particular plants to flourish as even small changes in their environment can impact their health.