How do you care for an Aglaonema?

Chinese evergreen, or Aglaonema commutatum , is a popular one tropical houseplant. Aglaonema is also an evergreen shade plant, which makes it an excellent choice for those who are looking for plants that do not need strong light and just want to enjoy green plants all year round.

Aglaonema commutatum 'red zircon' an exotic red flower

What type of soil does Aglaonema need?

Aglaonema is one of the most easy-care indoor green plants, but it still has some basic needs. Chinese evergreens are plants that tolerate darkness and thrive in everything from shade to semi-shade. Preferably avoid direct sun, which can cause yellow leaves. Let the soil dry out between waterings. Too much water can lead to rot, i.e. that the roots rot, so one well-drained soil is essential. The best soil for a silver calla is an airy mixture. A potting soil works well, preferably with some perlite or orchid bark to improve drainage.

Red stripes on the classic red Chinese evergreen, Aglaonema commutatum 'King of siam'

The different varieties of Aglaonema

Aglaonema comes in many varieties and is one popular flower partly because of this. They come in all sorts of colors and shapes, which makes it hard to get tired of this plant. Aglaonema pink star is a colorful variant with pink tones while Aglaonema pictum tricolor is a unique plant with a camouflage pattern in green, silver and dark green.

Aglaonema pictum tricolor , a unique plant from the Philippines with a camouflage pattern of green, silver and dark green.

Is Aglaonema Toxic to Cats?

Aglaonema is unfortunately toxic to most pets . The plant may cause mild irritation if eaten. If you have cats or dogs at home, place your Aglaonema out of reach of your four-legged roommates.

It is also easy to propagate this plant, Aglaonema cuttings are taken by taking a stem cutting with a few leaves on it and placing it in water or directly in a pot of moist white moss. This way you can quickly create more colorful ones indoor air purifying plants.

Why would you grow an Aglaonema?

This flower that tolerates darkness and is one of our most indoor air purifying plants. The Aglaonema fits just as well in the bedroom as in a dark corner of the office. In addition, it is incredibly durable and requires minimal maintenance.

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