Chinese evergreen
Aglaonema commutatum · Chinese evergreens · Arum family
Also known as: Aglaonema · Philippine Evergreen
Easy30–60cmNot pet-safe
Chinese evergreen care at a glance
Chinese evergreen (Aglaonema commutatum) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in shade. Ideal temperature: 21–27 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Ideal temperature
- 21–27 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Chinese evergreen
Possible pests on Chinese evergreen include Spider mites, Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids. A common disease is Root rot. Chinese evergreen is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Spider mites Medium
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Aphids Low
Disease
- Root rot High
Toxicity
- Insoluble calcium oxalates Low
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Frequently asked questions about Chinese evergreen
- Which pests affect Chinese evergreen?
- Possible pests on Chinese evergreen include Spider mites, Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Chinese evergreen?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Chinese evergreen toxic to cats and dogs?
- Chinese evergreen is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Chinese evergreen need?
- Chinese evergreen has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Chinese evergreen need?
- Chinese evergreen prefers to grow in shade.
- Is Chinese evergreen frost-hardy?
- Chinese evergreen is not frost-hardy.