Aglonema Safar Plant
Aglonema Safar, an attractive shrub with medium growth, thrives in partial shade and high moisture, and has medicinal applications.
Habit
Herbaceous
Height
Short
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well Drained
Shade
partial
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% loam, 30% peat moss, 30% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Apply monthly with liquid organic fertilizer
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Mealybugs, Aphids, Anthracnose.
Yellow leaves, browning edges, sticky residue, fungal growth.
Neem oil, baking soda spray, improve soil drainage.
HEALTH BENEFITS
The Aglaonema Safar, also known as the Chinese evergreen, is an ornamental plant commonly used for its beauty and air-purifying properties. While not typically consumed or used for medicinal purposes, this plant offers several indirect health benefits:
- Air Purification: Aglaonema is known for its ability to purify the air by removing toxins such as formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene. This can improve indoor air quality and promote better respiratory health.
- Stress Reduction: Having indoor plants like Aglaonema can reduce stress and anxiety levels, as plants are known to improve mood and provide a calming effect.
- Humidity Regulation: Aglaonema, like many indoor plants, helps increase humidity levels in a room, which can benefit skin health, prevent dry eyes, and improve overall comfort, especially in air-conditioned spaces.
- Aesthetic Benefits: Being visually pleasing, it can enhance the environment of a room, which in turn boosts overall mental well-being and productivity.
Although Aglaonema is generally non-toxic to humans, it is important to note that it can be toxic to pets, particularly cats and dogs, if ingested. Always keep the plant out of reach of animals.