With its bright pink leaf veins around which the striking green and white variegation forms, this pretty Aglaonema not only brings colour into the living room. As its leaves can filter toxins from the air, it also makes itself useful as an air purifier. As it is not complicated to care for, it is suitable for plant beginners as well as experienced fans.
• Delivery: in 12cm pot
• Growth type: upright
• Origin: Tropical regions of Southeast Asia
• Other names: Chinese Evergreen
Ben's tips on plant care:
• Habitat/Light requirements: Partial shade/shade
• Substrate: universal potting soil
• Temperature: optimum at min. 18 ° C (day), 12 ° C (night)
• Watering: water moderately every 5 days, less frequently in winter, but do not allow to dry out completely
• Humidity: not too dry, no direct sunlight
• Nutrient addition: Slow-release fertiliser every 3 months in spring/summer
• grows slowly, can be repotted in spring
• Use low-calcium water and do not place the plant too crowded.
You can find our special soil and other in-house soil mixtures here:
Soil for houseplants