Aglaonema 'Modestum' Plant
Aglaonema 'Modestum', a slow-growing Chinese Evergreen, reaches 0.3-0.9 m in low light, with large, waxy green or variegated leaves, effective at removing air toxins per NASA studies.
Habit
Evergreen perennial
Height
0.3-0.9 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, fertile
Shade
Low light
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Southeast Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
18-24
Humidity (%)
50-70
Potting media
Peat+Perlite+Coir
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK(20:20:20)
Watering
Water when top 50% soil is dry
Plant Weight
~0.3-1 kg
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-6.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.5-1.5 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
1-2 flowers
NPK ratio
20:20:20
life Span
5-10 years
Health Benefits
Air purification
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat moss, 25% perlite, 25% coconut coir.
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize monthly with 20:20:20 diluted to half strength.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Panama Disease, Sigatoka Leaf Spot, Nematodes
Symptoms
Yellowing and wilting of leaves, brown spots, stunted growth
Organic Remedies
Crop rotation, neem cake as soil amendment