General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Plant Height: 24 inches
Plant Spread: 12 - 18 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Variegated
Flowers: Inconspicuous
Flower Color: Green
White
Other: Greenish-white spathe
Flower Time: Summer
Late summer or early fall
Other: Seasonal bloom
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Toxicity: Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs.
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Needs excellent drainage in pots

Common names
  • Chinese Evergreen
Botanical names
  • Accepted: Aglaonema commutatum var. commutatum
  • Synonym: Aglaonema commutatum var. picturatum

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