Aglaonema commutatum 'Silver Bay'
Aglaonema commutatum 'Silver Bay', also known as the Silver Bay Chinese Evergreen or Silver Stone, is a low-maintenance houseplant with broad, silvery green leaves. It's a popular variety of the Aglaonema plant, which is native to tropical forests.
Features:
- Leaves: Broad, lance-shaped leaves with a mix of green and silver colors
- Flowers: Small, white, or greenish spathes that are often inconspicuous
- Toxicity: Toxic if ingested, and the sap can cause skin irritation
- Hardiness: USDA zones 10-12, so it's not frost-tolerant
- Light: Prefers diffuse sun or good indirect light
- Humidity: Prefers high humidity but can tolerate dryer air
- Temperature: Prefers daytime temperatures in the 70 to 80-degree F range
Uses:
- Can be used as an indoor decorative plant
- Can be used to improve indoor air quality by filtering out common household toxins
How to care for:
- Keep the potting mix moist from spring to fall
- Reduce watering during the winter
- Remove flowers and fruits to direct energy to plant growth
- Propagate by stem cuttings