Aglaonema nitidum Silver King

Silver King Aglaonema

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Elegant foliage plant with dark green leaves featuring striking silver-grey variegation. Compact growth habit, ideal for low-light indoor environments.
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Plant Details

Common Name Silver King Aglaonema
Family Araceae
Genus Aglaonema
Species Nitidum
Variety Silver King
Origin Southeast Asia
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors, small spathe occasionally in summer
Leaf Color Dark green with silver markings
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining peat-based potting mix with perlite or orchid bark for aeration

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Watering

Water when top 2-3cm of soil feels dry. Keep soil evenly moist during growing season, reduce in winter. Do not let sit in standing water.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light preferred; avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorch. Tolerates low light but variegation may fade.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4 weeks during spring and summer; discontinue in autumn/winter

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Pruning

Remove damaged or yellowing leaves at the base to maintain shape and encourage new growth

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 81°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
600 – 3500
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 25
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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