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Aglaonema 'Siam Aurora Red' Chinese Evergreen

Ed's Plant Shop  |  SKU: EPS-AGLAONEMA-SIAM-4IN

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$28.00
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Description

The Aglaonema ‘Siam Aurora Red’ is one of the most visually striking Chinese Evergreens available — its lance-shaped leaves are edged and flushed with deep red and pink, contrasting against a dark green center that intensifies in lower light. It’s a plant that earns its place in a room and holds it without demanding much in return.

Aglaonemas have been cultivated across Southeast Asia for centuries, traditionally valued as symbols of good fortune. The Siam Aurora is a modern cultivar bred specifically to push the red coloration further than any wild species achieves. The result is a plant that looks like it requires expertise but genuinely doesn’t.

Note: Toxic to cats, dogs, and humans if ingested. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

What Makes This Plant Special

  • Dynamic color response: In brighter indirect light, the red and pink hues intensify dramatically. In lower light, the green deepens and the red recedes — the same plant reads differently depending on where you put it.
  • Genuinely low-light tolerant: One of the few colorful houseplants that doesn’t revert to plain green in shadier conditions.
  • Slow, tidy growth: Stays compact and doesn’t need frequent repotting or pruning to look good.
  • Pest-resistant: More resilient than most aroids to common houseplant pests.

Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Aglaonema ‘Siam Aurora’
  • Common Names: Siam Red, Red Chinese Evergreen, Philippine Evergreen, Firecracker Plant
  • Family: Araceae
  • Native Range: Southeast Asia and New Guinea (cultivar)
  • Mature Size: 18–24" tall and wide indoors

Care Guide

  • Light: Bright indirect light brings out the most vivid red coloration. Tolerates medium to low light well, but colors will be less intense. Avoid direct sun, which scorches the leaves.
  • Water: Keep soil consistently moist in spring and summer — water when the top inch is dry. Reduce frequency in winter. Never let it sit in standing water.
  • Soil: Well-draining potting mix. A peat or coco coir base with added perlite works well.
  • Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. A humidifier helps in dry indoor environments, especially in winter.
  • Temperature: 65–80°F. Sensitive to cold — keep away from drafts, AC vents, and temperatures below 60°F.
  • Fertilizer: Once or twice during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Does not need heavy feeding.
  • Repotting: Every 2 years or when rootbound. Prefers a snug pot.
  • Propagation: Root division or stem cuttings. Division is easiest when repotting.
  • Common Pests: Generally pest-resistant. Occasionally susceptible to aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites — inspect new growth periodically.
  • Toxicity: Toxic to cats, dogs, and humans if ingested. Contains calcium oxalate crystals.

Troubleshooting

  • Fading red color: Move to a brighter spot with more indirect light. Color intensity is directly tied to light levels.
  • Yellow leaves: Usually overwatering or poor drainage. Let soil dry slightly more between waterings.
  • Brown leaf tips: Low humidity or fluoride sensitivity. Use filtered water and increase ambient humidity.
  • Drooping leaves: Either underwatering or cold stress. Check soil moisture and move away from drafts.

Live Plants – Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

What will I receive?

You’ll receive one healthy live plant in the nursery-pot or hanging-basket size selected above. The listed size refers to the approximate diameter of the nursery pot, not the plant’s total height or width.

Because every plant is naturally unique, height, fullness, leaf count, coloration, variegation, vine length, maturity, and overall shape may differ from the photographs.

Unless the product listing specifically states otherwise, plants arrive in a standard nursery grow pot. Decorative planters, baskets, saucers, stands, and other accessories are sold separately.

When will my plant ship or be delivered?

Please allow approximately 10–15 business days for processing and preparation. Ten business days is the earliest end of the range, and many orders require most or all of the stated processing window.

Processing time is separate from carrier transit time. Local NYC delivery also requires preparation and does not automatically mean same-day or next-day service.

Orders may occasionally require additional time because of plant availability, order volume, weather, seasonal demand, or courier coordination. We will send an update when confirmed fulfillment, tracking, or delivery information becomes available.

How are live plants packaged?

Each live plant is inspected and packed according to its size, shape, and shipping needs. Soil and foliage may be secured to reduce movement during transit, and protective materials may be added when appropriate.

Temporary drooping, shifted soil, limited leaf loss, or minor cosmetic stress can occur while a plant adjusts after shipping. This does not necessarily mean the plant is unhealthy.

What should I do when my plant arrives?

Unpack the plant promptly and carefully remove all protective packaging. Place it in appropriate light and allow it time to adjust to its new environment.

Check the soil before watering. Do not water automatically upon arrival because the plant may already have adequate moisture. Avoid immediately fertilizing, heavily pruning, or repeatedly moving the plant while it acclimates.

Should I repot my plant immediately?

We generally recommend allowing a newly delivered plant time to acclimate before repotting unless there is an urgent plant-health reason to do so.

Repotting an eligible small plant during the first 15 days may void the Plant Health Guarantee because it can make the cause of decline difficult to determine.

What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?

Report shipping or delivery damage within 48 hours. Keep the plant and all packaging while the concern is being reviewed.

Please provide your order number, a photograph of the entire plant, close-up photographs of the concern, and photographs of the box and packaging when applicable.

Small plants in nursery pots measuring 8 inches and below may also qualify for our 15-Day Plant Health Guarantee. Large plants in nursery pots measuring 10 inches and above have a 48-hour inspection and reporting window.

Review our Refund & Returns Policy for complete eligibility and documentation requirements.

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