SPECIMEN NO. #7 ⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS Family: Araceae

Aglaonema commutatum

Common Name: Chinese Evergreen

Aglaonema commutatum (Chinese Evergreen) botanical field specimen photograph

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:

Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Medium to Low
Minimum Light Requirement 500 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance 2500 Lux
Watering Frequency Every 10 Days
Temperature Envelope 16°C – 28°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity 50% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 2866467
Native Biogeographical Range Caribbean; East Africa; Galápagos Islands; INTRODUCED; North America; Oceania; S...
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