Aglaonema Siam Red Aurora

Aglaonema 'Siam Aurora' or 'Red Aurora' (Aglaonema)

This extremely stunning and fiery Aglaonema 'Siam Aurora' is one of the most popular and colorful houseplants, completely debunking the myth that beautiful and exotic plants are hard to care for! It stands out with its striking, pointed leaves adorned with bright red, pink, and fiery edges and veins that contrast fantastically with the green center of the leaf. In addition to its breathtaking appearance, aglaonemas are legendary for their incredible resilience and ability to effectively purify indoor air. It is a colorful, dynamic, and visually warm houseplant that will add a bold, tropical, and very noticeable natural accent to any interior. It is an absolutely perfect, very patient, and valuable gift for both busy people and beginners in the plant world who seek bright colors without much effort!

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

• ☀️ Light: Bright but diffused light. While common (green) aglaonemas tolerate even very dark corners of a room excellently, this red variety needs a bit more light to maintain and preserve its bright red coloring. However, it must be strictly protected from direct, scorching sunlight, which will quickly burn its colorful leaves.

• 💧 Watering: Moderate. Allow the top layer of soil (about 3-5 cm deep) to dry out completely between watering. Aglaonemas tolerate slight drying out much better than overwatering! If the plant sits in standing water in the saucer, it will quickly respond with yellow leaves and root rot. Reduce watering slightly during the winter months.

• 🌡️ Temperature/Humidity: Thrives well at standard room temperature and adapts quite well to normal, dry indoor air (though it will appreciate increased humidity). The most important rule – aglaonemas hate cold! Protect it strictly from cold drafts, air conditioners, and open windows in winter (temperature must not drop below 15°C).

• 🐾 Pets: Not pet-friendly. The plant is toxic to cats and dogs. Its leaves and stems contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause severe mouth irritation, drooling, swelling, and digestive issues if chewed. Keep it out of reach of your pets!

🏠 BEST ROOM:

• Bright living room (as a noticeable and colorful central accent of the room, best placed near a window).

• Modern office (as an elegant and air-purifying addition to the workspace, which also thrives under artificial lighting).

• Bright bedroom (thanks to its ability to effectively purify air from various toxins, it is an excellent and healthy bedroom companion).

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Height: 30-35 cm

• Pot diameter: 12 cm

⚠️ Note: Plants are living organisms, so each specimen may vary slightly from the description. Important to know: aglaonemas respond very well to cleanliness! Since they are excellent air purifiers, dust tends to accumulate on their broad leaves. Occasionally wipe the leaves with a damp, soft cloth or take the plant for a light, lukewarm shower – this will not only restore the wonderful shine and color of the leaves but also help the plant breathe better and protect it from pests! Also, it is completely normal for the lower, older leaves to turn yellow and fall off over time during growth, giving strength to the new ones.