Description
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Common Name: Pink Dalmatian Aglaonema
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Botanical Name: Aglaonema spp. (cultivar)
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Leaf Color: Green with pink speckles and blotches
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Height: Typically 1–2 feet indoors
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Light Needs: Low to medium indirect light
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Toxicity: Toxic to pets and humans if ingested
🧑🌾 Care & Handling Guide:
✅ Light:
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Thrives in bright, indirect light, but tolerates low light conditions.
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Avoid direct sunlight – it can scorch the leaves and fade the colors.
💧 Watering:
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Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil feel dry.
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Avoid overwatering – it prefers slightly moist but not soggy soil.
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Use pots with drainage holes to prevent root rot.
🌡️ Temperature & Humidity:
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Prefers warm temperatures between 65–80°F (18–27°C).
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Keep away from cold drafts or air conditioners.
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Enjoys moderate to high humidity – mist occasionally or use a humidifier if air is dry.
🌱 Soil:
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Use a well-draining potting mix – a peat-based mix or indoor plant soil with perlite is ideal.
🌸 Fertilizing:
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Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer.
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Reduce or stop feeding in fall and winter when growth slows down.
✂️ Pruning & Maintenance:
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Remove yellow or damaged leaves to encourage new growth.
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Wipe leaves occasionally to keep them clean and help photosynthesis.
🔁 Repotting:
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Repot every 2–3 years, or when roots outgrow the pot.
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