Chinese Evergreen.

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Care level

Easy

Plant type

Tropical perennial

Light

Bright indirect light to medium shade

Indoor light

medium

Water

Every 7 to 14 days

Mature size

60 to 90 cm

Growth rate

slow

Hardiness

USDA 10 to 12

Bloom time

Summer

Entretien

Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. Watch for yellowing leaves, which often signal overwatering or poor drainage. Wipe the leaves occasionally to remove dust and keep them healthy.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.

Feeding

Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Pruning

Trim away any yellow or damaged leaves at the base.

Repotting

Repot only when the plant becomes root bound.

Soil

Well draining, peat based potting mix

Soil pH

5.6 to 6.5

Temperature

15 to 27°C

Humidity

40 to 60%

Drought tolerance

moderate

Lifespan

Perennial, typically 5 to 10 years.

Deer and rabbits

moderate

Sécurité

People

The plant contains calcium oxalate crystals that cause burning and swelling of the mouth and throat upon ingestion.

Pets

This plant is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.

Children

Keep this plant out of reach of children as ingestion of leaves or stems causes painful mouth irritation.

Contact allergens

The sap can cause skin irritation or dermatitis in sensitive individuals.

Airborne allergens

There are no notable airborne allergens associated with this plant.

Edibility

All parts of this plant are toxic if ingested and can cause significant irritation.

Comment l'identifier

• Oval shaped leaves with variegation
• Short, thick, upright stems
• Leaves often feature silver or pink
• Slow growing, clumping habit

Height

0.3 to 0.9m

Spread

0.3 to 0.9m

Leaves

green, silver, white, pink, evergreen

Flowers

white, green, 5 to 10cm

Problèmes courants

• Root rot — Caused by overwatering or poor drainage leading to mushy roots.
• Mealybugs — Small white cottony insects that suck sap from the foliage.
• Leaf spot — Fungal or bacterial infections causing dark spots on the leaves.

La cultiver

Propagation

division, cuttings

When to plant

spring, summer

Overwintering

Keep the plant away from cold drafts and heating vents. Reduce watering slightly as growth slows down during the winter months.

In containers

They grow very well in containers, provided the pot has drainage holes and is at least 6 to 8 inches wide.

Group plants with similar water needs to make maintenance easier.

Bonnes associations

• Peace Lily — They share similar light and humidity requirements.
• Pothos — Both plants thrive in indoor environments with indirect light.

À éloigner de

• Succulents — Succulents require much more light and less water than Aglaonema.

Espèces similaires

• Dieffenbachia — They share a similar growth habit and toxicity profile.

Science

Family

Araceae

Genus

Aglaonema

Order

Alismatales

Class

Liliopsida

Native range

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and New Guinea.

Conservation

Not of conservation concern.

It grows in the shaded understory of tropical rainforests where it relies on filtered light and high humidity.

Uses

Indoor ornamental, Air purifying plant, Office greenery

Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.

Ce qu'on demande souvent

How often should I water it?

Water when the top 2 to 3 inches of soil feel dry.

Does it need direct sunlight?

No, it prefers bright, indirect light and can tolerate lower light levels.

D'où vient le nom

The name Aglaonema is derived from the Greek words aglaos, meaning bright, and nema, meaning thread, referring to the stamens. It is commonly known as the Chinese evergreen because it has been cultivated in Asia for centuries.

Bon à savoir

• They are native to the tropical forests of Asia.
• The name comes from Greek words meaning bright and thread.
• They are very slow growing plants.
• They tolerate low light better than most variegated houseplants.