Origin and characteristics
Aglaonemas are native to tropical regions and belong to the Arum family, also called the Araceae. Only 55 species of the fun plant 'Aglaonema' are known, only a few of which are used as houseplants. The rarest Aglaonema on the market is the Aglaonema pictum tricolor. This is a beautiful Aglaonema with an army-like pattern in three shades of green, ranging from deep and dark green tones to very light green or sometimes almost white tones.
Aglaonema pictum Tricolor Albo (white variegata)
The Alba or albo version of this has white spots and is even rarer.
Climate and care
The Aglaonema tricolor is a slow grower and originates in Indonesia namely in Sumatra. Therefore, this plant likes to be in a climate with high humidity and higher temperatures. The plant tolerates temperatures from 18°C, but prefers something warmer. This plant, like other Aglaonemas, does not tolerate direct sunlight, but needs plenty of indirect light. If this beautiful plant gets too little light, the leaves will turn yellow.
Drainage and airflow
For this breathtaking Aglaonema, use a breathable soil that is slightly moist at all times during the growing season (spring and summer). During the fall and winter, this beautiful Aglaonema needs less water than in the summer because this is not a growing season. Also, it is not wise to place this Aglaonema close to a window or in a cold wind stream. When this happens, the Aglaonema may be susceptible to pests. The Aglaonema likes very high humidity with air flow, but not wet feet. Thus, it is not a beginner plant.
