Aglaonema vs Calathea
Side-by-side comparison.
| Aglaonema | Calathea | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Intermediate |
| Light | Low to bright indirect light; avoid direct sun | Bright indirect light |
| Water | Water when top inch of soil is dry, about every 7-10 days | Keep soil consistently moist; water when top inch feels dry |
| Humidity | 40-60% | 60% or higher |
| Mature size | 2-4 ft tall and wide indoors | 1-2 ft tall indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Toxic to cats and dogs | Yes |