Aglaonema vs Bird of Paradise
Side-by-side comparison.
| Aglaonema | Bird of Paradise | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Intermediate |
| Light | Low to bright indirect light; avoid direct sun | Bright indirect light, tolerates some direct sun |
| Water | Water when top inch of soil is dry, about every 7-10 days | Allow top 2-3 inches to dry, water thoroughly, ~weekly |
| Humidity | 40-60% | 50-70% |
| Mature size | 2-4 ft tall and wide indoors | 3-6 ft indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Toxic to cats and dogs | Toxic to cats & dogs |