Description
🧴 Handling Tips:
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Non-toxic to touch, but sap may cause mild irritation, so wear gloves if you have sensitive skin.
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Keep away from pets and children, as ingestion can be toxic (mildly poisonous to cats/dogs due to calcium oxalate crystals).
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Handle gently — the stems and leaves can bruise easily.
🌱 Care Instructions:
☀️ Light:
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Prefers bright, indirect light, but tolerates low-light conditions well.
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Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch its delicate leaves.
💧 Watering:
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Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.
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Do not overwater; Aglaonema is sensitive to root rot.
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In winter, reduce watering frequency.
🌡️ Temperature & Humidity:
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Thrives in warm temperatures (65–80°F / 18–27°C).
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Avoid cold drafts and temps below 60°F (15°C).
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Likes moderate to high humidity – mist occasionally or use a humidifier if the air is dry.
🌾 Soil:
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Use a well-draining potting mix (aroid mix or standard indoor plant soil with perlite).
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Ensure pot has drainage holes.
🌿 Fertilizer:
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Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
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No need to fertilize in fall and winter.
✂️ Pruning and Maintenance:
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Remove yellow or dead leaves to keep the plant healthy.
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Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to keep them dust-free.
🪴 Repotting:
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Repot every 2–3 years or when roots outgrow the pot.
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Spring is the best time to repot.
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