Aglaonema ‘Curtisii’

Flower name
Aglaonema ‘Curtisii’
Scientific name
Aglaonema ‘Curtisii’
Aliasアグラオネマ, カーティシー
Place of originIndia, Southeast Asia, and China
Place of floweringCut flowers, flower arrangement, Ornamental plants
Flowering seasonMay, June, July

What is Aglaonema ‘Curtisii’

Aglaonema 'Curtisii' (Scientific Name: Aglaonema nitidum var. curtisii) is a shrub and ornamental plant native to India, Southeast Asia, and China in the genus Aglaonema of the taro family.
The tree is 20 to 150 cm tall.
The leaves are lanceolate to narrowly ovate with a distinct white arrowhead pattern on a glossy green background.
The beautiful foliage is a joy to behold. The flowers are borne from May to July,
White flowers bloom from May to July at the ends of fleshy inflorescences, but they have little ornamental value and are picked to provide nutrients for the foliage.
It is used as a houseplant, potted plant, groundcover, cut leaf, interior decoration, and indoor plant.
Famous as the plant grown by the main character in the movie “Leon.

Common name: Aglaonema curtissii,
Scientific name: Aglaonema nitidum var. curtisii,
Taxonomy: Aglaonema (Aglaonema nitidum var. curtisii), a genus of the family Araceae, in the plant kingdom Angiospermae,
Life form: shrub,
Height: 20-150 cm,
Leaf Description: The leaves are lanceolate to narrow-ovate, with a glossy green base and distinct white arrowhead patterns. Leaf size ranges from 10–45 cm in length and 5–15 cm in width, with an alternate leaf arrangement.
Flowers: Blooming from May to July, the plant produces white spathe flowers, although they are usually pruned to preserve the plant's nutrients as they are not considered visually appealing.
Usage: Aglaonema 'Curtisii' is commonly used as a houseplant, in potted arrangements, as ground cover, in floral arrangements, and as an indoor plant.
The plant is famously featured in the movie "Léon: The Professional," where the protagonist nurtures it.