Genus · Araceae
Aglaonema
2 species tracked in Horta’s catalog, and the named cultivars growers keep. Walk down to a species for its full care record, or into a cultivar for its traits and provenance.
Species in this genus
The ones growers meet most — each links to its own page.
Aglaonema commutatum
Chinese Evergreen
A tropical understory subshrub from the forest floors of the Philippines and Sulawesi, where it grows in warmth, shade, and even moisture beneath the canopy. Give it bright indirect to moderate light, never direct sun, which scorches its foliage. Let the top inch of mix dry before watering again, and err toward the drier side, since its fleshy stems hold moisture and rot if kept soggy.
Aglaonema modestum
Chinese Evergreen
Aglaonema modestum is an understory subshrub from the warm, humid forests of mainland Southeast Asia and southern China, so it is adapted to dappled shade rather than direct sun. Give it a medium-light spot out of harsh rays and let the top inch of mix dry before watering again. It tolerates ordinary household humidity and is prone to root rot if kept soggy, so err toward the drier end of the interval.
About the genus
Aglaonema, commonly known as Chinese evergreen, is a stunning, low-maintenance tropical foliage plant native to Asia. Known for its vibrant, variegated leaves in shades of pink, red, and silver, it thrives in medium to low indirect light and well-draining soil.
Growing this genus
Light: Brighter, indirect light is best for red and pink varieties to maintain their coloration, while darker green varieties handle low light perfectly. Watering: Allow the top 50% of the soil to dry out between waterings. Yellow leaves can indicate overwatering. Temperature & Humidity: Keep in a warm environment (above 60° F) and mist regularly to boost humidity. Toxicity: Aglaonema plants are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, so keep them out of reach of pets.
Kept true by its growers
Aglaonema keeps evolving — species move, cultivars appear, IDs get corrected. If you can place an unplaced plant or add a species we’re missing, the whole genus gets truer.
Overview derived from 2 tracked species · the contribute flow arrives with the next slice.