Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitidum
ID:
923245

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jack) Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 3: 56 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922580

Common Names

  • Aglaonema nitidum
  • Nitid Aglaonema
  • Nitid Aglaonema Plant

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Description

Aglaonema nitidum (also called Shining Aglaonema, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and grows in dense, bushy clumps. It is found in open woodlands, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aglaonema nitidum is a popular houseplant that is known for its attractive foliage and low maintenance requirements. It is often used to add color and texture to indoor spaces, and it can also be used as an air purifier to help remove toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aglaonema nitidum are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aglaonema nitidum is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20°C. Division is best done in spring or early summer. The plant can be divided into several smaller clumps and planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Aglaonema nitidum

Aglaonema nitidum can be found in Southeast Asia, specifically in Thailand.

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84086-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.