Is Aglaonema modestum poisonous? A detailed explanation of its toxicity

Nowadays many households keep the plant Aglaonema modestum. Placing it in our bedrooms, living rooms and other rooms can have a certain decorative effect and make our living environment more beautiful. But many people still do not keep it, for a variety of reasons, for example they do not know whether Aglaonema modestum is poisonous, whether Aglaonema modestum protects against radiation, whether Aglaonema modestum can actually absorb harmful substances from the air, and so on.

Is Aglaonema modestum poisonous?

Although Aglaonema modestum is a very good houseplant, it is, like all plants in the Araceae family, toxic. Once the stem of Aglaonema modestum is broken, it secretes a transparent liquid. This liquid is toxic and extremely spicy, to a degree that even exceeds the yellow bell pepper, and its effect is longer lasting. Therefore, when planting it at home, be sure to prevent children from breaking off the stems and leaves and, while playing with them, accidentally licking or eating them.

The benefits of Aglaonema modestum

Radiation protection

For those of us who often sit next to a computer, placing a pot of Aglaonema modestum beside the computer is ideal. It not only has a radiation-protection function, but can also give us a change of scenery when our eyes are tired and let our brain relax for a while. If you are someone who often faces a computer, the editor suggests you place a lovely pot of Aglaonema modestum beside your computer!

Value

Although Aglaonema modestum has a little toxicity, as long as you do not come into contact with its sap there is no problem at all. Moreover, it is a plant of considerable value. If you place Aglaonema modestum in your home, it can absorb harmful gases such as formaldehyde and nicotine and give you back a healthy living space. Placing Aglaonema modestum in the living room can also decorate your living room, making people feel refreshed and lively, and the oxygen it releases is good for the health of your family!

How does Aglaonema modestum propagate:

Aglaonema modestum is suitable for propagation by cuttings and by division. The lower leaves of mature plants tend to wither, causing the stem to become bare; you can cut off the top part of the stem for cuttings, and the base left behind can sprout new shoots again. It can also be propagated by division, usually in spring by peeling off the tiller buds sprouting from its base and planting them separately.

Cutting propagation of Aglaonema modestum:

Take cuttings in late spring and early summer. Cut the stem of the plant with a sharp knife into small sections with one or two nodes, and insert them into sterilized plain sand, vermiculite or perlite. The cuttings can be inserted horizontally into the medium, but be sure to keep the bud tip facing upward; they can also be inserted vertically, but never insert them upside down. After insertion, provide appropriate shade, and on sunny days at noon remove the film and mist them. Spray a sterilizing solution once every 7 to 10 days (a diluted solution of 0.1% carbendazim, thiophanate or tuzet is fine). Generally they can take root in 20 to 25 days. Once the roots have grown to about 2cm, they can be transplanted and planted out.