Butterfly Chinese Evergreen
About Butterfly Chinese Evergreen
Chinese evergreens have been growing in homes throughout Asia for centuries as symbols of good fortune. They were introduced to the Western world in 1885. Their ancestors were cultivated starting in the 1930s and became especially successful in Florida, where most foliage plants are now produced. 🤞
Taxonomy
Aglaonema 'Butterfly'
Aglaonema
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for Butterfly Chinese Evergreen
How often to water your Butterfly Chinese Evergreen

every 7
Butterfly Chinese Evergreen needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
7
Finding light for Butterfly Chinese Evergreen in your home

a window
Butterfly Chinese Evergreen can tolerate being far from a window and light source.
Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Butterfly Chinese Evergreen in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Butterfly Chinese Evergreen

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Butterfly Chinese Evergreen after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Hello, i can not get the feel of this evergreen, i thought it had died but there he is still standing. Need help on his care.pls
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I don’t want to make assumptions, but I’m guessing Scarlett is extremely happy in this spot. 👸🏼🎆💖 #RedSiamAuroraAglaonema #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #PlantTherapy #NewPlantMom
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Aglaonema sp. I've been having a hard time figuring out the type of Aglaonema my plant is as it wasn't listed in the app. It appears to be a Aglaonema 'moonstone miles' according to Gabriella Plants. Can this get added to the system? Not sure how to reach out to the Greg Team. #greggang #speciessuggestion
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Can someone Help? I was watering Rosita and I noticed her new leaves are browning, transparent and mushy. What do I do?!
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New addition! Advice? I specifically look for plants that have low light requirements because I don't really have a lot to work with. But when I brought this little one home and started researching how to care for it, I read that they are somewhat difficult, does anyone have any tips? Am I in over my head as a beginner? #Aglaonema
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This morning I saw this on the stems of my plant - should I be concerned? It looks like there was a new stem coming up but that it died.
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Are these roots ok? They look like they’re trying to escape the pot! Is this fine? #Aglaonema #ChineseEvergreen
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I've noticed that all my Aglaonema plants their leaves are starting too yellow. I don't know if it's because it's getting colder or lack of sunlight or maybe too little or too much water. #Aglaonema
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I went to water my plant this morning and noticed it looks like the top layer of soil has started molding? Is this salvageable?? #Aglaonema
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Temperamental Pink Splash! My Aglaonema is temperamental. I give it more sun and the leaves burn. I give it less sun and it looks sad. I moved it from next to a window to 1,5m from a window and 1.5m from a fogged glass window and one of its new flowers has started dying now. HELP PLEASE🙏🙏
Butterfly Chinese Evergreen is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
☀️ Sunlight Needs
Butterfly Chinese Evergreen can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
💨 Humidity
Butterfly Chinese Evergreen doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
🪴 Soil
Butterfly Chinese Evergreen does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
💩 Fertilizer
Butterfly Chinese Evergreen should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
❄️ Dormancy
It’s common for Butterfly Chinese Evergreen to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
🌎 Native Region
Butterfly Chinese Evergreen is native to tropical Asia and New Guinea.
🧐 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for Butterfly Chinese Evergreen
Butterfly Chinese Evergreen
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 7 days

< 6ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
