Chinese Evergreen Cutlass

Name: Chinese Evergreen Cutlass
Brand: MyGreenScape
SKU: PA0453S
Price: 35.0 CAD
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Chinese Evergreen Cutlass

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Size 6" Pot - Medium

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About This Plant

The Chinese Evergreen Cutlass (Aglaonema ‘Cutlass’) is a tropical plant native to the subtropical rainforests of Asia. It grows long, narrow, blade-shaped leaves in pale silver-green with dark green edges and markings. It grows under a forest canopy with no direct sun, which is exactly why it handles the dim rooms and dry forced-air heat in Canadian homes so well.

It thrives in rooms with little natural light. The Cutlass handles low to medium indirect light and keeps its colour in spots where most plants struggle. It works well in north-facing rooms, offices, and hallways that get no direct sun. If you want another low-light option, the ZZ Plant is just as forgiving.

Keep it away from pets and children. The ASPCA confirms that Aglaonema is toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves contain insoluble calcium oxalates. If chewed, they cause mouth pain, drooling, swelling, and vomiting. Keep this plant on a high shelf or in a room pets cannot access.

It forgives missed waterings. Water when the top half of the soil is dry and the Cutlass handles the rest. It does not need frequent watering or misting to stay healthy in a Canadian home. For another reliable, low-fuss plant, the Limelight Dracaena offers a similar easy-care experience.

Winter Slowdown

Growth slows from November onward and the plant drinks less. Cut watering back to when the top half of the soil is dry or drier. Keep it away from cold drafts and heating vents, which can dry the leaf tips. No fertilizer needed until spring.

Toxicity

Toxic to cats and dogs, confirmed by the ASPCA. The leaves contain insoluble calcium oxalates. Symptoms include mouth pain, drooling, swelling, and vomiting. Keep on a high shelf out of reach of pets and children.

Pests

Check leaves for mealybugs and spider mites each time you water, especially in dry Canadian winters when heating dries the air.

Other Plants You Might Like

Not sure this is the right fit? Here are three other plants our Canadian customers love. All ship across Canada and thrive in Canadian homes.

Golden Pothos. Low light favourite.

If you want a trailing plant that handles the same low-light spots, the Golden Pothos is one of the most forgiving options for Canadian apartments.

Snake Plant. Near indestructible.

For an upright plant that tolerates low light and dry air, the Snake Plant handles weeks without water and works in almost any room.

Satin Pothos. Soft and silvery.

If the silver tones in the Cutlass appeal to you, the Satin Pothos has similar silvery markings and the same easy-going nature.

Common Questions

How often should I water the Chinese Evergreen Cutlass?

Water when the top half of the soil is dry. In spring and summer that is roughly once a week. In a Canadian winter, cut back to every ten to fourteen days. Always check the soil first. Our indoor plant watering guide shows exactly how to check before you water.

Can it grow in a room with no windows?

It tolerates very low light better than most plants, including bright artificial light from office fluorescents or grow lights. However, a room with some natural light, even from a north-facing window, will keep it healthier long-term. Growth and colour will be slower in a fully windowless space.

Is the Chinese Evergreen Cutlass toxic to cats and dogs?

Yes. The ASPCA confirms Aglaonema is toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves contain insoluble calcium oxalates, which cause mouth pain, drooling, swelling, and vomiting if chewed. Keep it on a high shelf or in a room that pets cannot reach.

Why are the leaf tips turning brown?

Brown tips are usually caused by dry air or fluoride in tap water. Forced-air heating in Ontario and Quebec homes pulls moisture from the air, which stresses the leaf edges. Try using filtered or overnight-rested tap water, and keep the plant away from heating vents. Read our tips on keeping plants alive in winter for more.

Will it survive a Canadian winter indoors?

Yes. The Cutlass is not frost hardy but handles the warm, dry indoor conditions of Canadian winters well. Keep temperatures above 15°C and away from cold glass and drafts. It slows down from November to February but does not go dormant and stays green year-round.

How to take care of Chinese Evergreen Cutlass

How to Take Care of Chinese Evergreen Cutlass

Good to Know

Sun: Indirect

Keep it out of direct sunlight, which scorches the silvery leaves. A spot a few feet from an east- or north-facing window works well in a Canadian home. It handles dim corners better than almost any other leafy plant.

Light: Low to medium indirect

According to the Missouri Botanical Garden, this plant does best at a north- or east-facing window with consistent indirect light. It adapts to artificial light in offices. Avoid south-facing windows with strong afternoon sun.

Water: When top half of soil is dry

Water thoroughly until it drains from the bottom, then wait until the top half of the soil is dry before watering again. In a Canadian winter, water less often. Never leave it sitting in water as root rot sets in quickly.

Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity

It handles the dry air from Canadian forced-air furnaces but appreciates a light misting or a pebble tray in winter. Brown leaf tips are the first sign the air is too dry. Keep it away from heating vents.

Pet Friendly: No

Toxic to cats and dogs, confirmed by the ASPCA. Contains insoluble calcium oxalates. Keep it in a spot that pets and small children cannot reach.

Pro Tip

Dust on the long, flat leaves blocks light, which matters most in the short-day months of a Canadian winter. Wipe each leaf with a damp cloth to keep the surface clean and the silver-green colour bright.

What To Expect

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Plant and Pot Size Guide

4" Pot (Small): plant is approx. 6-10 inches tall. 6" Pot (Medium): approx. 12-18 inches tall. All plants come in a standard nursery pot. Decorative pots are sold separately.

Winter Shipping Protection

Between November and March we add extra insulated packaging and heat packs to protect your plant from cold temperatures during transit. You can add winter shipping protection at checkout.

Returns Policy

If a plant arrives with significant damage, pests, or disease, we offer a full replacement or refund.Our guarantee covers the viability and health of your plant for 30 days.

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