Chinese evergreen (Aglaonema modestum)
Chinese evergreen, also known as Lily of China
The Chinese evergreen (Aglaonema modestum) is native to tropical South Asia and has been cultivated in China for hundreds of years. This popular houseplant is known for its vibrant leaves, which display a mix of pink, blue, and green hues.
Key Facts About Chinese evergreen
Attributes of Chinese evergreen
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
40 cm to 70 cm
Spread
60 cm to 1.2 m
Leaf Color
Green Variegated
Flower Size
Small, less than 1 cm
Flower Color
White Green Yellow
Scientific Classification of Chinese evergreen
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Water plantains and allies
Family
Arum
Genus
Chinese evergreens
Species
Chinese evergreen
Toxicity
Ingestion, contact with sap