Aglaonema Red Valentine is a striking foliage hybrid prized for its broad leaves splashed with vivid pink and red over green margins. A compact, slow-growing Chinese Evergreen, it brings bold colour to homes and offices while tolerating low to moderate light and irregular watering. Its dense, upright clumping habit suits tabletops, desks and shaded balcony corners. One of the easiest coloured-foliage plants to grow indoors in India, it stays attractive year-round with minimal care. Like all Aglaonemas it is mildly toxic if chewed, so keep it away from curious pets and children.
Specifications
| Family |
Araceae |
| Native region |
Tropical Asia (hybrid origin) |
| Mature height |
30-60 cm |
| Mature spread |
30-45 cm |
| Growth rate |
Slow |
| Foliage |
Broad ovate leaves, pink-red variegation on green |
| Flower colour |
Greenish-white spathe (rare indoors) |
| Flower season |
ā |
| Climate zone |
Tropical, warm humid |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Bright indirect light; tolerates low light, avoid direct sun |
| Watering |
Water when top 2-3 cm soil dries; avoid soggy roots |
| Soil / mix |
Well-draining peat or cocopeat mix with perlite |
| Temperature |
18-30 C; protect below 15 C |
| Humidity |
Moderate to high; mist in dry weather |
| Fertilizer |
Balanced liquid feed monthly in growing season |
| Pruning |
Remove yellow or damaged leaves as needed |
| Repotting |
Every 2 years or when root-bound |
| Propagation |
Stem cuttings or division of clumps |
| Pests & problems |
Watch for mealybugs, spider mites, scale |
| Toxicity / safety |
Mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p>Ideal as an indoor decorative foliage plant for living rooms, offices and shaded balconies. Adds a pop of colour to low-light interiors.</p>
Growing tips
<p>In Indian summers keep it out of harsh afternoon sun and maintain humidity; during monsoon reduce watering to prevent root rot.</p>