Aglaonema 'Snow White' is an elegant Chinese Evergreen with broad leaves heavily marbled in creamy white and soft green, giving a bright, frosty appearance that lifts shaded interiors. Like all aglaonemas it is exceptionally easy-going, tolerating low light, irregular watering and ordinary indoor conditions, which makes it perfect for beginners. Its compact, bushy habit suits desks, shelves and dim corners, while the variegated foliage adds a clean, refreshing accent. A reliable air-purifying houseplant, Snow White thrives in the warm, humid conditions found across much of India with very little fuss.
Specifications
| Family |
Araceae |
| Native region |
Tropical Asia (hybrid) |
| Mature height |
40-60 cm |
| Mature spread |
40-60 cm |
| Growth rate |
Slow to moderate |
| Foliage |
Green leaves marbled creamy white |
| Flower colour |
Greenish-white spathe (insignificant) |
| Flower season |
Occasionally warm months |
| Climate zone |
Tropical and subtropical |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Low to bright indirect light; no direct sun |
| Watering |
Water when top 3-5 cm dries; avoid sogginess |
| Soil / mix |
Rich, well-draining peat-based mix |
| Temperature |
18-30°C; avoid below 15°C |
| Humidity |
Moderate to high; mist in dry air |
| Fertilizer |
Balanced feed monthly in growing season |
| Pruning |
Remove old or yellow leaves only |
| Repotting |
Every 2 years or when root-bound |
| Propagation |
Division or stem cuttings |
| Pests & problems |
Mealybugs, spider mites, scale |
| Toxicity / safety |
Toxic if ingested; irritant sap |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
Grown as a bright, decorative foliage houseplant for desks, shelves and low-light corners, and valued for air purification.
Growing tips
In India give it bright shade to keep the white variegation crisp, avoid direct sun, and reduce watering during the monsoon to prevent root rot.