🌿 Aglaonema 'Red Zircon' — the red zircon, the mineralized jewel of collectors

Aglaonema 'Red Zircon' is a compact miniature cultivar, named after the precious stone red zircon, for its brilliant leaves with spectacular shades of ruby-red on dark green. This Thai variety concentrates all the beauty of large Aglaonemas in a smaller form, perfect for windowsills, tables and compact collections.

The medium-sized lanceolate leaves bear the characteristic pattern of intense red center, green margins and silver striations creating a "jewel on shoot" effect. The cultivar's intense red is stable and is preserved on all leaves, distinguishing 'Red Zircon' as one of the most consistent colored varieties.

Like all modern Aglaonemas, 'Red Zircon' is resistant, tolerant and easy to care for, perfect for both beginners who want a small colored plant and collectors who appreciate compact varieties.

🌍 Botanical origin and history

Aglaonema 'Red Zircon' is a modern Thai cultivar from the colored hybridization program. The Aglaonema genus comprises approximately 20-25 species native to Southeast Asia. The name derives from ancient Greek — "aglaos" (bright) and "nema" (filament).

The Araceae family comprises over 3,700 tropical species. 'Red Zircon' was selected for the intensity of stable red and compact shape.

🌱 The ruby foliage

Lanceolate leaves, 10-20 cm at maturity, with leathery texture. Intense ruby-red center, dark green margins with silver striations. The pattern is consistent on all leaves.

Total shape: compact bush, 30-50 cm in height. Ideal for windowsills and small tables.

🌸 The flowers

Aglaonema 'Red Zircon' may occasionally bloom with typical Araceae spadix.

🌱 Growth habit and care

• Light: medium indirect. Avoid direct sun.
• Temperature: 18-27°C optimal.
• Watering: moderate — top 3-4 cm dry.
• Humidity: 50-70%.
• Substrate: well-drained.
• Fertilization: every 3-4 weeks.
• Propagation: division or cuttings.

🌿 Why choose Aglaonema 'Red Zircon'

Compact but colorful, ideal for small spaces with maximum visual impact. Stable intense red. Tolerant and easy to care.