Botanical Name: Aglaonema modestum
Common Name: Chinese evergreen Type of Plant: monocot: houseplant Habit of Growth: Overall Shape Upright clumping plant resembling a cross between Dracaena and Spathiphyllum – foliage is normally brightly colored Height to 18" Spread to 18" Growth Rate slow Environment: Exposure indoors tolerates very low light levels Soil regular potting soil Hardiness very durable houseplant – tolerates most indoor conditions Morphology: Leaves narrowly elliptical, to 8" long or more, frequently seen with brightly variegated foliage patterns Flowers pale green spadix flower which resembles calla lily – not very decorative Fruit small drupe Propagation: division, stem cuttings Usage: specimen plant or used in mass plantings in atrium gardens or shopping mall planters; used for durability, attractive foliage and form – one of the easiest houseplants to grow Landscape Care: Watering likes regular watering, but can be allowed to dry thoroughly between waterings Fertilizing slow release fertilizer each spring Pruning remove dead leaves Pests/Diseases scale, mealybug, spider mite Special Conditions/Other Origin: Southern China to Thailand Family: Araceae Notes: |
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