Chinese evergreen

Grow as a house or conservatory plant in houseplant compost, position the plants in bright, filtered light. Direct sun may scorch the foliage. Water moderately; allow some drying out in between applications in winter. Mist daily and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly during the growing season. Pot on every 2-3 years. See houseplant cultivation for further information

No pruning required

Propagate by separating basal shoots with 3 or 4 leaves, ideally with roots attached, or divide in spring

May be susceptible to mealybugs

May be susceptible to stem and root rots in very wet compost