About
A tropical evergreen perennial, Aglaonema 'Red Star' grows upright and forms clumps. Its large, glossy leaves display hues ranging from pink to red, accented by uneven dark green margins. The intensity of the leaf color is influenced by light exposure; brighter conditions enhance the vibrancy of the foliage.
About the genus
Aglaonema consists of rhizomatous evergreen perennials characterized by short stems that support long-stalked leaves, which frequently exhibit appealing variegation. The plant produces inconspicuous flowering spathes that are typically greenish or cream in color.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1B
Plant details
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump forming, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Patio and container plants
- Toxicity
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Grow under glass. Water moderately as excess water will lead to stem rot. See houseplant cultivation for further information
- Pruning
- No pruning required
- Propagation
- Propagate from basal shoots or by division
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free