Aglaonema nebulosum Plant Care
Aglaonema nebulosum N.E.Br.
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Aglaonema nebulosum is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Assam, India.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect to low light
65–85°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Aglaonema nebulosum?
Plant Aglaonema nebulosum in bright indirect to low light (USDA zones 13b) and water a young shrub every 7–14 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Where Is the Aglaonema nebulosum Native To?
What Is the Aglaonema nebulosum?
Aglaonema nebulosum (Aglaonema nebulosum) belongs to the Araceae family within the Aglaonema genus. Aglaonema nebulosum is native to Assam, India.
Aglaonema nebulosum displays an upright, bushy shrub growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Aglaonema nebulosum produces rarely flowers indoors, inconspicuous blooms resembling peace lilies.
Leaf size: approximately 8 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Aglaonema nebulosum?
Water a young or newly planted Aglaonema nebulosum every 7–14 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Until established; then in dry spells
What Light Does the Aglaonema nebulosum Need?
Aglaonema nebulosum thrives in bright indirect to low light. Avoid placing Aglaonema nebulosum in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to low light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Aglaonema nebulosum Prefer?
Aglaonema nebulosum tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F. Aglaonema nebulosum prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Aglaonema nebulosum?
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix with perlite for added aeration. Good drainage is essential for Aglaonema nebulosum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Aglaonema nebulosum?
Feed Aglaonema nebulosum every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.
Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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Where Should You Plant a Aglaonema nebulosum?
Choose a spot with bright indirect to low light and well-draining, peat-based potting mix with perlite for added aeration. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.
Aglaonema nebulosum is suited to USDA Zone 13b.
Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.
How Far Apart Should You Plant a Aglaonema nebulosum?
Aglaonema nebulosum can spread to about 2 ft (0.6 m) and reach about 3 ft (1 m) tall. Space plants about 2 ft (0.6 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.
Planning a row or hedge? Try the plant spacing calculator.
How Do You Prune a Aglaonema nebulosum?
Prune Aglaonema nebulosum while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.
If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.
How Do You Care for a Aglaonema nebulosum in Winter?
Aglaonema nebulosum is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.
How Do You Propagate a Aglaonema nebulosum?
Aglaonema nebulosum can be propagated through stem cuttings, division of offsets. Similar propagation techniques also apply to chinese evergreen plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Aglaonema nebulosum Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
Toxic to humans and pets if ingested
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Aglaonema nebulosum?
Aglaonema nebulosum is susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Aglaonema nebulosum Need?
Aglaonema nebulosum grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Aglaonema nebulosum is native to Assam, India. In cooler regions, grow Aglaonema nebulosum as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Aglaonema nebulosum is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Aglaonema genus — compare its care with other Aglaonema species on PlantoScan.
Aglaonema is part of the Araceae plant family — browse all Araceae genera and species.
Aglaonema nebulosum copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aglaonema nebulosum N.E.Br., family Araceae (first published in Ill. Hort. 31: 67 (1887)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Aglaonema nebulosum is reported as toxic to pets in our plant data (not verified by the ASPCA), so treat it with caution. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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