Which Aglaonema variety to choose?

The Aglaonema genus offers a great diversity of colors and foliage patterns. Here is how the Aglaonema 'Keylime' stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Aglaonema 'Keylime' (this plant): bright lime green foliage with silver patterns, fresh and modern tones, very bright. The clearest and freshest version.
• Aglaonema Silver Bay: silver and green foliage, spectacular patterns, very elegant. Classic silver version.
• Aglaonema Silver Queen: predominantly silver foliage, very bright, elegant. Bright silver version.
• Aglaonema Greenlight: green foliage with silver touches, balanced. Classic green version.
• Aglaonema White Joy: white and green variegated foliage, very bright, compact. Light variegated version.
• Aglaonema B.J. Freedman: dark green foliage with pink touches, elegant. Sophisticated colorful version.
• Aglaonema Maria: green foliage with silver reflections, classic and elegant. Traditional version.

Why choose the Aglaonema 'Keylime'? If you are looking for an Aglaonema with bright lime green tones that brighten low-light spaces and create a fresh and modern atmosphere, the Keylime is the perfect choice. It is the brightest and clearest variety that brings a unique touch of freshness.

Exposure & location

The Aglaonema 'Keylime' enjoys Partial shade and tolerates very well low-light spaces. Avoid direct sunlight which burns its delicate leaves.

• Exposure: Partial shade to bright shade, tolerates low light.
• Ideal: living room, bedroom, office, bathroom, or low-light room.
• Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate: light, rich, and well-draining, tropical plant soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: Aglaonema is perfect for low-light spaces where other plants wouldn’t survive.

Watering & care

• Watering: moderate; let the substrate surface dry between waterings.
• Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and a well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: enjoys 50-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
• Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with a liquid fertilizer for green plants diluted by half.
• Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shine.

Aglaonema prefers a slightly moist but never soggy substrate — avoid overwatering.

Decor ideas & plant combinations

With its bright lemon green foliage, the Aglaonema 'Keylime' brings a touch of tropical freshness and modernity to your urban jungle. It creates a bright and soothing focal point.

• Pair with: Calathea, Maranta, Philodendron, Pothos, or other tropical plants to create a lush urban jungle.
• Ideal pot: decorative pot in matte ceramic (white, gray, pale green) or woven basket to highlight the lemon green tones.
• Ambiance: perfect in a modern living room, a zen bedroom, an office, or a bathroom to create a fresh tropical atmosphere.

Lemon green tones create a fresh and energizing atmosphere, perfect for brightening dimly lit spaces.

Verdeia Tips

• Very easy to care for — perfect for beginners.
• Tolerates low light — ideal for dimly lit spaces.
• Air-purifying plant — purifies formaldehyde and benzene from the air (NASA study).
• Slow growth — patience to see the plant develop.
• Avoid direct sun — burns delicate leaves.
• Repot every 2-3 years in spring into a slightly larger decorative pot.
• Dust leaves regularly — improves photosynthesis and brightness.
• Rotate the plant regularly for even growth.
• Toxic to animals — keep out of reach of cats and dogs (calcium oxalate crystals).
• If leaves yellow, reduce watering — sign of overwatering.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Aglaonema 'Keylime'
• Common name: Aglaonema Keylime, Chinese Evergreen
• Family: Araceae
• Origin: tropical forests of Southeast Asia
• Adult size: up to 60–80 cm indoors
• Exposure: Partial shade to bright shade, tolerates low light
• Watering: moderate, allow surface to dry between waterings
• Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity for animals: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
• Decorative style: Tropical / Modern / Zen
• Particularity: unique bright lime green foliage, silver patterns, air-purifying plant, tolerates low light, very easy to care for

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of colors and patterns naturally varies according to growing conditions and the season.