Chinese evergreen
Aglaonema commutatum · Family Araceae
Also known as: aglaonema, pink aglaonema
- Light
- Shade to bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 7 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- No, keep it away from cats and dogs
Care
Where to put it
Study, hallway or bedroom with little light.
Light
Low to medium indirect light.
Watering
Let the top dry out between waterings.
About the plant
Its leaves striped green and silver, or with pinkish tones in modern varieties, brighten low-light spaces. It is hardy, slow-growing and great for offices. It usually reaches 30–60 cm in a pot.
Origin
Native to the tropical forests of the Philippines and Indonesia, growing in the shady understorey.
What it likes
- Light shade or indirect light
- Temperatures above 18 °C
- Slightly moist compost
What it dislikes
- Direct sun on the leaves
- Cold and draughts
- Soggy compost
Did you know?
The red- and pink-leaved varieties were developed by plant breeders, mainly in Thailand.
