Aglaonema commutatum

Chinese Evergreen, Poison Dart Plant, Philippine Evergreen

Easy careTerrestrialModerately toxic60–90 cm

A slow-growing subshrub from the humid forests of the Philippines and Sulawesi, with bold lance-shaped leaves marked by silver-grey patterns along the veins. It can tolerate very low light — one of the better houseplants for dim corners — and also does well in the consistently warm, humid conditions of a closed terrarium. Contains insoluble calcium oxalates, so keep it away from pets and children.

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Chinese Evergreen image

Care

Light

Shade tolerant(preferred)Indirect light

Humidity

High (60–80%)(preferred)Medium (40–60%)

Temperature

10°C25°C40°C
18°C – 27°C

Soil

Well draining(preferred)Peat moss

Moisture

Moist(preferred)

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.5

Appearance

Growth habit

UprightClumping

Leaf shape

Lance

Leaf texture

Glossy

Distribution

Propagation

Take stem cuttings with at least one node and a few leaves. Root in water or moist perlite at 21–25°C with high humidity. Roots typically appear within 2–6 weeks.