Aglaonema 'Black Maroon' is the Chinese Evergreen that went as dark as the genus has ever dared—those broad, waxy leaves in deep, near-black maroon with subtle darker patterning and a rich lustrous surface have a moody, sophisticated depth that makes the whole compact rosette look less like a standard houseplant and more like something chosen by someone who takes their dark plant aesthetic very seriously and very personally. She carries all the legendary Aglaonema ease underneath that darkly glamorous exterior, tolerating low light and average conditions with the adaptable grace that makes the genus so universally reliable, while delivering a near-black maroon display so consistently dramatic it makes every other dark-leafed easy plant look like it's still working up to the commitment. Dark, moody, and entirely unbothered by the expectations.
Care Card
🌿 Light — Low to bright indirect light. That deep near-black maroon coloring stays most richly saturated and lustrous with good light; lower light is genuinely tolerated without complaint—she's an Aglaonema, adaptability is the whole identity regardless of how dramatically dark she looks doing it.
💧 Water — Let the top 1–2 inches dry between waterings, then water thoroughly and drain. Classic Aglaonema drought tolerance applies; overwatering is the primary mistake and she'll yellow at the base to communicate her displeasure before things get genuinely serious.
💨 Humidity — Average to moderate, 40–60%. Comfortable in typical home humidity without supplemental assistance—one of the most humidity-tolerant near-black plants available, which is either a miracle or just an Aglaonema being an Aglaonema.
🌡️ Temperature — 65–80°F. Never below 60°F. No cold drafts, no AC vents—those deep maroon tones are the first thing to suffer when temperatures drop and she is not quiet about expressing that particular preference.
🌱 Fertilizer — Balanced liquid fertilizer monthly in spring and summer. Nothing in fall and winter; consistent and gentle keeps that near-black maroon coloring at its most richly saturated and the growth steady and dark.
⚠️ Toxicity — Toxic to pets and humans. Calcium oxalate crystals cause oral irritation and vomiting if ingested.
🐣 Beginner Friendly? — Absolutely yes. Near-black moody drama with classic Aglaonema forgiveness—the Black Maroon is the plant that makes beginners look like they made the darkest, most deliberate, and most sophisticated plant decision possible, because choosing this one means they genuinely did.
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PLEASE NOTE: What you see is the vibe — not the exact plant. 🌿 Each plant has its own personality (some a little more dramatic than others). Leaf shape, size, and variegation will vary, but pot size is consistent.
