Aglaonema China Red

Description

It needs a balanced fertilizer on a monthly basis. While in winters, only once in 6 weeks. Aglaonema or Chinese Evergreen needs warm, slightly humid conditions to thrive and they will not fare too well in chilly areas.

Repot them once in 2 years. Use good potting soil.

Propagation of Aglaonema is hassle-free. It propagates through the cut-off tip just like a stem tip cutting. Another method of propagation is through division but the plant needs to be older and root-bound for that to work.

Some of the problems faced by these plants are

Browning of leaves is caused due to overwatering or excessive use of fertilizer.

Dropping of leaves is an indication of improper light or water requirements. Too much of light makes the leaves weak and floppy. Move your plant away from the harsh light to avoid droopy leaves.

Yellow and small leaves are a sign of copper deficiency. Either, the soil is lacking in copper, in which case you need to use a micronutrient spray. Second, cooler temperatures (<18℃) cause the plant to insufficiently absorb and utilise copper, in which case you need to move the plant to a warmer area or in more sunlight.

Difficulty: Easy

Light: Bright indirect sunlight

Watering: Water once a week

Place: Bright indoors

Character: Air-purifying, Toxic to pets