Chinese Evergreen Stripes

Name: Chinese Evergreen Stripes
Brand: MyGreenScape
SKU: PC0870S
Price: 35.0 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (1291 reviews)

Chinese Evergreen Stripes

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About This Plant

The Chinese Evergreen Stripes (Aglaonema ‘Stripes’) is a tropical plant from the shaded understorey forests of Southeast Asia. It grows upright, elongated green leaves with bold silver stripes.

The bold stripe pattern holds in low-light rooms. The silver-on-green contrast stays visible in medium to low indirect light, making it one of the more visually striking plants for dim corners. It handles the dry forced-air heating of Ontario and Quebec winters without needing a humidifier.

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

It stays compact and manageable for years. Aglaonema Stripes grows slowly in a tidy, upright clump and rarely outgrows its pot quickly. It is a good fit for a desk, a shelf, or a spot in a smaller apartment where you need something that holds its shape. The ZZ Plant has a similar slow pace and low demands for comparison.

Winter Slowdown

Growth slows from November onward and the plant drinks less. Water only when the top half of the soil is dry. Keep it away from cold glass and heating vents, which cause leaf tip browning. Hold off on fertilizer 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 small children.

Pests

Check leaves for mealybugs and spider mites each time you water. Dry forced-air heating in Canadian homes from November onward makes plants more susceptible to both.

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.

Chinese Evergreen Silver Bay. Cool silver tones.

For the same Aglaonema family in a slightly fuller, silver-toned look, the Aglaonema Silver Bay handles the same low-light conditions and Canadian winters equally well.

Snake Plant. Upright and nearly indestructible.

If you want a taller, sculptural plant with the same low-light tolerance and even less watering, the Snake Plant is one of the most dependable choices for Canadian apartments.

Golden Pothos. Trailing and easy.

If you want something trailing off a shelf with the same low-maintenance care, the Golden Pothos handles low light and dry air just as reliably.

Common Questions

How often should I water the Chinese Evergreen Stripes?

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 before you water. Our indoor plant watering guide shows exactly how to check moisture levels.

What light does it need in a Canadian home?

Medium to low indirect light works well. A north- or east-facing window is ideal. The silver stripe pattern stays vivid in medium indirect light and can fade slightly in very low light. Direct sun scorches the leaves. Read our guide to light requirements for indoor plants to pick the right spot.

Is the Chinese Evergreen Stripes 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 that pets and small children cannot reach.

Will it survive a Canadian winter indoors?

Yes. It handles warm, dry indoor conditions well and does not go dormant. Keep temperatures above 15°C and away from cold glass and drafts. Growth slows from November to February but the plant stays green year-round.

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 dries the air significantly in winter. Try using filtered or overnight-rested tap water and keep the plant away from heating vents. Our tips on keeping plants alive in winter cover more on this.

How to Take Care of Chinese Evergreen Stripes

Good to Know

Sun: Indirect

Keep it out of direct sunlight, which scorches the leaves and fades the silver stripes. A spot a few feet from a north- or east-facing window is ideal in a Canadian home.

Light: Medium to low indirect

A north- or east-facing window works well year-round. It adapts to bright artificial office lighting too. The silver stripe pattern is most vivid in medium indirect light and dulls slightly in very low light.

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. Water less in a Canadian winter. Never let it sit in standing water as root rot sets in quickly.

Humidity: Tolerates dry air

Handles the dry air from forced-air furnaces in Canadian homes without needing a humidifier. If leaf tips start to brown, move it away from heating vents or try using filtered tap water.

Pet Friendly: No

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

Pro Tip

Dust settles on the broad leaves and dulls the silver stripe pattern, which matters most during the dim short-day months of a Canadian winter. Wipe each leaf with a damp cloth every few weeks to keep the contrast sharp.

What To Expect

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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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