Aglaonema 'Maria Christina'

$24.99
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Belonging to the Chinese Evergreen family, it is loved for its striking lance-shaped leaves patterned with mottled silvery-mint green and framed by deep bottle-green borders. Growing to an ultimate height of roughly 35 to 60 cm, it makes an excellent, low-maintenance choice for desks, tables and low-light spaces.

This variety is different from 'Maria' as it features soft mint green or pale green central foliage, whereas Maria has primarily dark green, glossy leaves with marbled patches of lighter silvery gray or pale green.

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Details & Plant Care

Difficulty:

Very Easy

Water:

Medium-Low Water (50% Dry)

Humidity:

40% to 60%

Pet Friendly:

Toxic to dogs and cats

Light:

Bright Indirect Light

Plant Information

Common Names:

Chinese Evergreen Christina

Scientific Name:

Country Of Origin

Cultivated Hybrid

Growth Rate:

Slow - Moderate

Soil Type:

Requires a loose, chunky, and well-draining potting mix with a slightly acidic to neutral pH

Fertilize:

Seasonally

Remember to only fertilize during their active growing season.

Common Pests

Spider Mites

Spider Mites

What To Look For: Very fine webbing under leaves or between stems and leaves (especially in dry indoor air). Leaves may appear stippled (tiny yellow or white dots) or dusty; they may turn yellow, brown or drop. When you tap a leaf onto white paper, you might see tiny moving specks. (Often too small to see easily)

How To Treat: Increase humidity around the plant (since mites thrive in dry air). Spray plant thoroughly (both sides of leaves) with insecticidal soap or a miticide/plant-safe oil; repeat every few days. In heavy infestations, consider removing severely affected sections; isolate the plant.

Aphids

Aphids

What To Look For: Small soft-bodied insects (green, yellow, black or orange) usually congregating on new growth, stems or leaf undersides. Sticky residue (“honeydew”) on leaves or nearby surfaces, sometimes with sooty mold developing on it. Distorted or curling leaves, wilting, slow growth.

How To Treat: Isolate the infested plant to prevent spread. Blast with water to dislodge many adults, especially on newer growth. Use insecticidal soap, making sure to cover the leaf underside and new growth. Repeat treatments every 7 days or so until no new signs appear. (Since they reproduce quickly)