A beautiful delicate plant with emerald leaves and beautiful inflorescences, which is native to India, is known as aglaonema. Outwardly, this evergreen plant is very similar to Dieffenbachia, however, aglaonema is distinguished by a narrow leaf shape and flowers growing on cobs. In order for the plant to bloom, it is necessary to properly care for it at home.
Aglaonema content
Since the homeland of this plant is a country with a hot climate, aglaonema is very fond of warmth, but remember the main thing - aglaonema cannot withstand direct sunlight, so natural light is best replaced with artificial lighting. The toxic effects of tobacco smoke are also detrimental to the flower.
Aglaonema needs clean air and temperatures from 20 to 25 degrees. Only then will this plant delight you with its appearance and feel great.
Watering aglaonema
This plant needs regular watering: in warm weather it is best to water the flower more often, in winter - only moderate watering. Aglaonema loves moisture very much, however, an excess of it can lead to the fact that the roots of this plant will rot, so carefully monitor the condition of the soil and provide your pet with moderate watering. Use soft, settled water for watering.
Reproduction of aglaonema
The best time to transplant Aglaonema is spring. To do this, separate the cuttings at the bottom of the base and plant them in a tall pot, since the roots of this plant need space to develop correctly. For adult aglaonema, low pots are sufficient. Keep in mind that it is best to transplant this flower with gloves, as the juice can irritate the skin, since it has a toxic effect.
Aglaonema transplant
The best time to transplant this plant is during the summer and spring months. It is necessary to transplant 2 times a year. For transplanting, use breathable and loose soil that will easily let water through. Ground with a little sand, humus and peat is best.
Diseases and pests of aglaonema
Be attentive to your plant: if you see yellowing leaves, then this will indicate that you are using low-quality water, which contains a large amount of chlorine. Also, a lack or overabundance of lighting can lead to the leaves becoming yellow and dim.
Dry air or soil can cause leaves to curl and darken. In this case, you need to more actively spray the plants with water and increase the temperature in the room in which you keep the plant.
One of the most dangerous diseases is gray rot, which can be caused by high humidity and low temperatures. Ventilate the area regularly to eliminate rot.
Aglaonema feeding
During the growing season, it is necessary to feed this plant 2 times a month. For this, mineral and organic complexes are used. In winter, as well as in autumn, the plant slows down its growth and therefore does not need feeding.
