Madonna Chinese Evergreen
Aglaonema 'Madonna'
Silvery cream leaves, quietly elegant, and famously undemanding — it even forgives darker corners. Toxic to cats and dogs, so keep it out of reach.
You might also like...
Summary
Grown across Southeast Asia for centuries as a bringer of good fortune, the Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema) solves a problem most colourful plants can't: it gets its colour from leaves, not flowers, so the show never stops — and it keeps performing in spots too dim for fussier plants — though on these colourful cultivars, the brighter the indirect light, the stronger the colour. 'Madonna' is the understated one: silvery leaves brushed with cream and green, elegance without effort. It's a slow, tidy grower that stays furniture-sized rather than taking over, and it tolerates the odd missed watering with grace. The leaves are toxic to cats and dogs, so keep it out of reach.
Characteristics
Difficulty
Resilient
Difficulty
Resilient
Perfect for beginners or those who tend to forget about their plants. Can handle irregular watering, low light, and some neglect without much fuss.
Habit
Upright
Habit
Upright
Plants that grow mostly vertically, with stems reaching upward. They tend to stay compact and are great for pots, desktops, and small spaces.
Humidity
Moderate
Humidity
Moderate
Prefers average home humidity levels.
Light
Versatile
Light
Versatile
Adaptable to a range of lighting conditions, from bright indirect light to partial shade. A great choice for different spots in your home.
Position
Bookshelf, desk or windowsill
Position
Bookshelf, desk or windowsill
Compact and stylish, these plants thrive in smaller spaces like bookshelves, desks, or windowsills, adding a touch of greenery without taking up much room.
Toxicity
Toxic
Toxicity
Toxic
Can be harmful if ingested, so best kept out of reach of pets and children.
Water
Drought Tolerant
Water
Drought Tolerant
Can handle dry spells and prefers to dry out completely between waterings. Ideal for forgetful plant parents.
Toxicity
Not safe for cats
Not safe for children
Not safe for dogs
