Aglaonema 'Etta Rose' (Etta Rose Chinese Evergreen)

Illuminate your indoor space with the exquisite, year-round colour of Aglaonema 'Etta Rose', a stunning cultivar of the popular Chinese Evergreen. This highly decorative foliage plant is celebrated for its broad, elongated leaves splashed with vibrant, rosy-pink and deep reddish-hues that dramatically contrast with the dark green margins and mottling. Forming a compact, bushy mound, 'Etta Rose' is a brilliant choice for adding a durable and dramatic pop of colour to any room. Renowned for its resilience and ability to thrive in less-than-ideal lighting, this is a perfect statement plant for beginners and experienced growers alike.

Plant Placement Area:

• Adaptable Light: Thrives in medium to bright, indirect light, but is also highly tolerant of lower light conditions (though the pink colour may be less intense). Place near an east or west-facing window, or set back from a south window.

• Warm and stable: Prefers consistent average room temperatures between 18-24°C (65-75°F). Avoid cold drafts or placement near heating/cooling vents.

• Versatile use: Excellent for desks, tabletops, offices, or as a floor plant as it matures, adding vibrant colour to darker corners.

• Indoor only: Strictly an indoor houseplant in most climates.

Benefits:

• Vibrant year-round colour: The dramatic pink and red variegation provides a spectacular colour display throughout the year.

• Exceptional durability: One of the toughest and most forgiving tropical houseplants, thriving even with occasional neglect.

• Air purifier: Known to help filter common household toxins from the air.

• Low light tolerance: Unlike many colourful plants, it maintains decent colour even when light conditions are suboptimal.

• Compact and bushy habit: Grows into an attractive, dense clump that works well as a decorative feature.

Watering Tips:

• Allow partial drying: Water thoroughly when the top two inches of the soil feel dry to the touch. It prefers to be kept consistently moist during the growing season but is intolerant of soggy, waterlogged soil, which leads to root rot.

• Reduce watering in winter: During the cooler months, significantly decrease watering frequency.

• Ensure drainage: Always use a pot with drainage holes and discard any excess water from the saucer.

Care Tips:

• Soil: Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix, such as a mix designed for tropical foliage plants.

• Fertilize sparingly: Feed with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during the spring and summer growing season. Avoid fertilizing in fall and winter.

• Humidity (optional): It tolerates average household humidity but will appreciate occasional misting or being placed on a pebble tray during dry winter months.

• Cleaning: Gently wipe the large leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks to remove dust.

• Pruning: Only remove any old, yellowing, or damaged leaves at their base.

Light Level:

• Medium to Bright Indirect Light: Optimal for vibrant pink colouration and robust growth.

• Tolerates Low Light: Survives and maintains some colour in lower light, making it highly versatile.

• Avoid Direct Sun: Intense direct sunlight will quickly scorch and permanently damage the vibrant leaves.

Toxicity:

• Toxic to pets and humans: Contains calcium oxalate crystals which can cause oral irritation, pain, swelling of the mouth, tongue, and throat, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if ingested by humans, cats, or dogs. Keep out of reach of all pets and children.

Metafields for Aglaonema 'Etta Rose'

• Plant Characteristics:

  • Value: Variegated Foliage, Rosy Pink Colour, Air Purifying, Low Maintenance, Bushy Growth

• Class:

  • Value: Houseplant, Foliage Plant, Air Purifier

• Suitable Space:

  • Value: Living Room, Office, Bedroom, Desktop, Tabletop, Low Light Area

• Sunlight:

  • Value: Medium Indirect Light, Bright Indirect Light, Tolerates Low Light

• Tag:

  • Value: Easy Care, Low Light Tolerant, Pink Plant, Statement Plant, Indoor Plant, Pet Toxic, Durable