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ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: AglaonemaSpecies: maria
Cultivar
Maria Chinese Evergreen
Aglaonema maria
The Aglaonema 'Maria' is a resilient and compact tropical foliage plant, prized for its lance-shaped leaves decorated with distinct silver-grey patterns. This slow-growing, clumping perennial is highly adaptable to varied indoor environments, making it ideal for shaded corners or office tabletops. Its steady, upright habit ensures a neat appearance with minimal effort, providing lush greenery throughout the year.
Aglaonema 'Maria' is a reliable, low-maintenance houseplant admired for its deep green leaves featuring attractive, irregular silver-grey mottling. It is an excellent choice for beginners and thrives in lower light indoor conditions.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Low to medium indirect light; avoid harsh direct sunlight.
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Water
Allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Use room-temperature water.
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Mature size
1-2 feet tall and wide
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Hardiness
10-12 (grown as an indoor houseplant)
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Growth habit
Clumping, upright to slightly spreading
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Growing note
Avoid cold drafts and direct sun, as both can lead to foliage scorch or yellowing. If leaf tips brown, it may indicate low humidity or a sensitivity to minerals in tap water.
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Climate note
Prefers temperatures between 65-80°F; protect from drafts and temperatures below 60°F.
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Flower / fruit
May produce small, arum-like flowers (spadix and spathe) typical of the Arum family, though they are rarely the focus of indoor cultivation.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Low to medium indirect light; avoid harsh direct sunlight.
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Growth rate
Slow to moderate
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Fertilizer
Feed lightly with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer once monthly during the growing season; withhold in winter.
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Pruning
Trim off any yellowing or damaged lower leaves at the base to maintain a clean appearance.
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Care notes
Avoid cold drafts and direct sun, as both can lead to foliage scorch or yellowing. If leaf tips brown, it may indicate low humidity or a sensitivity to minerals in tap water.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
1-2 feet tall and wide
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Growth habit
Clumping, upright to slightly spreading
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Spacing
12-18 inches apart for containers
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
May produce small, arum-like flowers (spadix and spathe) typical of the Arum family, though they are rarely the focus of indoor cultivation.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
10-12 (grown as an indoor houseplant)
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Temperature
Prefers temperatures between 65-80°F; protect from drafts and temperatures below 60°F.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Use room-temperature water.
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Soil
Well-draining, high-quality, peat-based potting mix.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
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Container Growing
Thrives in containers; ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent root rot.
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Family
Araceae
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Foliage Look
Dark green, lance-shaped leaves with distinct, irregular silver-grey patches.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves must be lanceolate with mottled, irregular silver-grey variegation on a deep green background; avoid solid green variants.
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Fruit Flower Look
Occasional pale, hooded spadix inflorescence.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flower spikes are insignificant; do not emphasize blooming as a primary feature of the plant.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain an upright, clumping appearance without allowing the stems to become leggy.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, dense cluster of foliage with an upright, uniform structure.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Upright, clustering stems that may reveal a cane-like structure as the plant ages.
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Morphology Rules
Maintain the signature silver-green mottling; avoid white-variegated 'white' cultivars.
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Plant Faqs
How often should I water my Aglaonema 'Maria'? Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil feel dry to the touch. Is this plant toxic to pets? Yes, Chinese Evergreens contain calcium oxalate crystals and should be kept away from pets. Why are the leaves turning yellow? Overwatering is the most common cause; always ensure your pot drains well.
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Root Look
Healthy, fibrous white to light tan roots typical of a standard nursery plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, moist, loose, organic-rich potting soil.
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Starter Stage
Compact, bushy, and often multi-stemmed, with foliage that is shorter and more densely packed than on a mature specimen.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Lush foliage emerging directly from the crown with short, green stems.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Maria Chinese Evergreen. This is Maria Chinese Evergreen, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Maria Chinese Evergreen become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor foliage environment you want to create. These lush, lance-shaped leaves define the plant with their striking, irregular silver-grey mottling against a deep green backdrop. Establish your starter plug by moving it into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining soil, then move it to its final container as it grows. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Explore the resilient and beautiful Aglaonema 'Maria', an ideal choice for adding lush greenery to low-light indoor environments. This compact Chinese Evergreen is valued for its striking silver-mottled leaves and simple maintenance requirements.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Aglaonema Maria: Care for Chinese Evergreen Foliage
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