How to grow and care for Aglaonema commutatum Schott

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Aglaonema commutatum Schott 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Medium

18C° ~25C°

Every 7 days

Botany Encyclopedia

Genus : Aglaonema

🏝️ Habitat Conditions

This plant grows in the humid and shaded rainforests of China and Southeast Asia. It thrives in warm areas with indirect light.

🪨 Soil Mix

When planting, it's best to use well-draining soil. Generally, mix 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% charcoal. However, you can adjust the ratios based on the situation and environment.

🌡️ Environment

This plant prefers temperatures between 21-25°C, with a minimum of 13°C. It thrives in humidity levels of 40-70% and enjoys a humid environment like a rainforest. However, ensure good air circulation to prevent mold and pests.

👀 Characteristics details

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☀️ Light

This plant thrives in indirect light rather than direct sunlight, as it grows in the lower regions of rainforests. The more patterns on the leaves, the better it grows with prolonged light exposure.

💧 Water

When the surface soil is dry, water the plant.

🌱 Propagate

Offsets can be separated for propagation, and stems can be cut and propagated as well. For stem cuttings: 1. For water propagation, avoid using a transparent container. Place the stem in water, and once roots appear, add hydroponic fertilizer. When roots are 5-7 cm long, transfer to soil. 2. For soil propagation, plant the cutting deeply in soil without fertilizer. After propagation, avoid exposing the plant to bright light. Gradually increase light exposure to help it adapt to gentle light. Maintain high humidity and keep the temperature between 16-20°C.

🪴 Repot

Repot healthy plants every 2-3 years in spring, as they do not grow quickly.

💊 Fertilize

Use fertilizer at the recommended amount during spring and summer to encourage more vigorous growth.

🌺 Flower

The inflorescence flowers are not particularly attractive, so the plant is mainly enjoyed for its foliage. It is difficult to see the flowers when grown indoors.

😵 Toxicity

Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.

water

How to water Aglaonema commutatum Schott

How often should I water?

check Aglaonema commutatum Schott Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently

When do I need to water?

the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry

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Light & Location

How much light does a Aglaonema commutatum Schott need?

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Medium

Grow light

Low

Light preference

Aglaonema commutatum Schott likes Medium, Low, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
500 ~ 2K lux to thrive!

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20K~

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

8~40℃

45

Houseplants

-15

18~25℃

45

Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Aglaonema commutatum Schott at home, make sure the temperature is 18~25℃.

Humidity

Ideal humidity

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40~70%

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Aglaonema commutatum Schott prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

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When should I fertilize?

Only when your plant is healthy

How frequently should I fertilize?

1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.

Characteristic

The taxonomic classification of Aglaonema commutatum Schott is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Liliopsida, Order: Alismatales, Family: Araceae, Genus: Aglaonema, Species: Aglaonema commutatum

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanPerennial
HabitatSoutheast Asia
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassLiliopsida
OrderAlismatales
FamilyAraceae
GenusAglaonema
SpeciesAglaonema commutatum

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