Learn All About Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) with our Guide
Aglaonemas are native to Asia and New Guinea. In the wild they grow under larger trees which protects them from direct sunlight. The first reference to the plant was in 1704 and it is a member of the Arum family. They usually remain quite small in size and are known for their easy care needs in comparison to other foliage plants.
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Light |
Aglaonema can tolerate low light areas however will grow faster in bright indirect light. Keep away from direct sunlight as this can scorch the leaves. |
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Watering |
Aglaonema can tolerate dry and moist soil, however it is best watered when the top two inches of soil are dry. It is forgiving should you forget to water it, making it a great beginners choice. |
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Humidity |
You can mist your Aglaonema once or twice a week to boost humidity. |
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Temperature |
Aglaonema prefers temperatures between 13-26c as far away as possible from cold drafts. |
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Fertilizer |
Feed your Aglaonema monthly spring to late summer which is the growing season. |
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Toxicity |
Aglaonema is toxic to both animals and humans if consumed. It is best kept out of reach of children and pets. |
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Additional Care Information |
Aglaonema droop their leaves when they need watered, however should perk back up a few hours after watering. |
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Troubleshooting |
Brown crispy leaves indicates your Aglaonema is getting too much light, move it to a more shaded area. If the leaves are looking pale or speckled, check the backs of the leaves as this could indicate a mealybug infestation. Mealybugs are treated using neem oil. |
The information above is written by Plantila and should be used as a guide only. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need any additional advice. If you have purchased a plant at Plantila that's not doing so well please send us a picture via WhatsApp to 028 42 798478 and we will try to help.