Black Magic Taro (copy)
Codiaeum variegatum

Aglaonema Snow White 

A popular variegated Aglaonema with green and white leaves, prized as a low-light indoor plant for its air-purifying abilities and decorative appeal.


Picture illustrating Aglaonema 'Snow White'’ plant

Habit

Perennial Herb

Height

     0.3-0.6 m

Growth

Slow    

Soil

Well-drained

Shade

Low to Full Shade

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Horticultural Hybrid

Climatic Condition

Tropical

Temperature (°)

18–27°C

Humidity (%)

50-70

Potting media

Peat + Perlite

Fertilizers

Balanced Liquid

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

0.5-2 Kg

Flowering Time

Rare (insignificant)

Soil Ph level

5.5–6.5

Water Ph level

6.0–7.0

Soil EC

0.8-1.2

Yield Per Plant 

N/A

NPK ratio 

20:20:20

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

Air purification (removes VOCs), reduces stress.

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% peat moss, 25% perlite, 25% bark.

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) during growing season.

Common Diseases and Remedies

root rot, leaf spot, anthracnose, bacterial leaf blight, mealybugs, scale and spider mites

yellowing or drooping leaves, soft or darkened roots, brown or water-soaked leaf spots, leaf edge burn, sticky honeydew, cottony white masses, fine webbing and stippling

ensure good drainage and avoid overwatering, remove infected leaves, maintain proper air circulation, wipe foliage regularly, apply neem oil or insecticidal soap, use diluted hydrogen-peroxide drench for early root problems

In-Organic Remedies

fungicides with mefenoxam or metalaxyl for root rot, copper-based fungicides or bactericides for leaf spot and blight, fungicides with mancozeb for severe fungal infections, systemic insecticides with imidacloprid and miticides with abamectin for pest control.

Black Magic Taro (copy)
Codiaeum variegatum