Chinese evergreen

🌿 Chinese Evergreen Overview

• Scientific Name: Aglaonema spp.

• Common Names: Chinese Evergreen, Philippine Evergreen

• Family: Araceae

• Origin: Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and New Guinea

• Type: Evergreen perennial

🌱 Description

Chinese Evergreens are lush, slow-growing houseplants prized for their beautiful, patterned foliage and tolerance of low light.
Leaves are typically oval to lance-shaped, with stunning combinations of green, silver, cream, red, or pink depending on the variety (such as Aglaonema Silver Bay, Red Siam, or Maria).

💡 Light

• Thrives in low to medium indirect light, making it ideal for indoor spaces.

• Variegated and colorful varieties prefer brighter indirect light to maintain their color.

• Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.

💧 Water

• Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry.

• Keep soil evenly moist but never soggy.

• Tolerates some neglect — underwatering is safer than overwatering.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal Temperature: 65–80°F (18–27°C)

• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity, but adapts to average indoor levels.

• Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F (15°C).

🌾 Soil

• Use well-draining potting mix — a blend of peat, perlite, and compost works well.

• Ensure pot has drainage holes to prevent root rot.

🌿 Fertilizer

• Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer.

• No need to fertilize in winter.

✂️ Maintenance

• Low maintenance and beginner-friendly.

• Wipe leaves occasionally to keep them dust-free.

• Repot every 2–3 years when roots outgrow the pot.

⚠️ Toxicity

• Toxic to pets and humans if ingested (contains calcium oxalate crystals).

• Keep out of reach of cats, dogs, and children.

🌸 Propagation

• Best propagated through stem cuttings or division when repotting.

💚 Care Level: Easy

Chinese Evergreens are one of the most forgiving houseplants, thriving even in low light and with minimal care — perfect for offices or low-sun rooms.