The Aglaonema is ideal for use as an ornamental feature on a table-top , until it outgrow the situation . as it grows larger larger , the plant can be displayed at ground level . the aglaonema is susceptible to overwatering and to cold draughts m both of which cause premature yellowing of leaves , followed by untimely loss. Over-watering can also cause leaves to rot at the base and these should be quickly removed with a sharp knife, following leaf loss, keep the compost a little drier for a while to allow the plant to create fresh root and recover . the flower is insignificant and will wither and rot once it has finished . it is probably best removed with a sharp knife at its base as soon as it begin to fade , although the plant can be propagated by division , care should be taken not to damage the fleshy foliage
Plant type foliage plant with single or multistemmed erect habit
Season of interest all year around
Flower: whitish , arum-like, 5cm(2in) , relatively uninteresting
Leaf 20-30cm (8-12in) long , 5-10cm(2-4in) broadly spear-shaped, grayish green , stems fleshy , succulent
Temperature: 20-24C (68-75F)
Adpect/light : moderate, out of direct sun
Humidity : average
Watering : evenly moisten compost in spring and summer , allowing to partially dry out between watering, keep drier in autumn and winter
Feeding : once every three to four weeks in spring and summer with houseplant fertilizer
Propagation : divide plant into small clumps mid spring to early summer , sow seeds at 24C (75F) , lay stem cuttings , 4-5cm (1.5 in – 2in) on surface at same
Potting : house plant potting compost
Problem : mealy bug, root mealy bug, red spider mite
Availability : commonly available throughout year
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