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Aglaonema spp. · Houseplant
A patient foliage plant with patterned leaves in green, silver, pink or red. It handles dim corners better than most, grows slowly and rarely needs repotting, which makes it a good first plant for an office or a north-facing room.
💧WaterEvery 7–10 days, when top 1–2 in is dry (estimated)
☀️LightLow to bright indirect light
🐾PetsToxic to cats and dogs
Care at a glance
- Light
- Low to bright indirect light; colorful types want more
- Water
- When the top 1–2 in of soil is dry
- Soil
- Airy potting mix with perlite, pH 5.6–6.5
- Temperature
- Best 65–80 °F; keep above 55 °F
- Pot size
- Increase 1–2 in in diameter per repotting
- Pot
- Any pot with drainage holes
- Growth
- Slow; a few new leaves per season
- Lifespan
- Many years indoors
When?
Repot or divide in spring or early summer, when new leaves are appearing. Avoid moving it outdoors unless nights stay above 60 °F.
Step by step
- Choose a spot out of direct afternoon sun.
- Water thoroughly, then let excess drain away completely.
- Wait until the top 1–2 in dries before watering again.
- Feed with diluted balanced fertilizer monthly from spring to late summer.
- Wipe leaves now and then so they can take in light.
- Keep away from cold drafts and air-conditioner vents.
- Repot every 2–3 years, only when roots fill the pot.
Common problems
Yellowing lower leavesUsually too much water; let the soil dry more between waterings.
Brown, crispy leaf edgesDry air or irregular watering; water more steadily and group plants.
Faded variegationToo dark; move it closer to a bright window, out of direct sun.
Cottony spots in leaf jointsMealybugs; wipe off with alcohol on a cotton swab, repeat weekly.
Pets
Listed as toxic to cats and dogs; chewing causes mouth irritation and drooling. Keep it out of reach. If in doubt, ask your vet.
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This page is general guidance; no pesticide doses are given.