Aglaonema Red Lipstick Healthy Live Plant

The Aglaonema red lipstick is a relatively easy indoor plant once you get the balance of light and watering right. Its pink-speckled leaves stay brightest in warm, humid conditions with indirect light

Light

• Best in bright indirect light.
• Avoid harsh afternoon sun — it can scorch the pink leaves.
• Too little light makes the plant leggy and reduces pink coloring.
• Near an east-facing window or a few feet from a south/west window works well.

Watering

• Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.
• Keep soil slightly moist but never soggy.
• Reduce watering in winter.
• Yellow leaves often mean overwatering.

Soil

Use a loose, well-draining indoor mix:

• Potting soil + perlite + coco peat works well.
• A pot with drainage holes is important.

Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temperature: 18–30°C
• Protect from cold drafts and AC airflow.
• Likes moderate humidity; occasional misting or a pebble tray helps, especially in Kolkata summers with indoor AC.

Fertilizer

• Feed once every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer.
• Use a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer at half strength.
• Avoid heavy feeding; too much fertilizer can dull leaf color.

Pruning & Cleaning

• Remove yellow or damaged leaves at the base.
• Wipe leaves occasionally with a damp cloth so they can photosynthesize properly.