Aglaonema commutatum ‘Tom’s Pride’ is a compact, evergreen foliage plant in the Araceae family, prized for its striking variegation. Native to tropical Southeast Asia, this cultivar displays elliptical leaves edged in deep green with central patches of creamy white and silver, often tinted with subtle pink. The leaves are glossy, lance-shaped (10–15 cm long), and held atop short upright stems, forming a bushy habit ideally suited to indoor containers.
Tom’s Pride thrives as a houseplant in the UK, offering vibrant foliage without demanding conditions. While it may occasionally produce small white spathes in ideal settings, it is primarily grown for its decorative leaves indoors.
Native to: Tropical Southeast Asia (including Malaysia and the Philippines) and New Guinea. Leaves are lanceolate‑elliptical, about 10–15 cm long, with expressive silver‑cream variegation and occasional pink‑tinged highlights .
Water: Allow roughly half the soil volume to dry before watering. Water slowly until it drains, and discard any excess in saucers. During winter, reduce frequency while keeping soil barely moist .
Light: Prefers bright but indirect light—an east or west window with light shade is ideal. Avoid full sun as it can scorch leaves; low light slows growth and dulls variegation .
Humidity: Does well in typical UK indoor humidity but appreciates a boost to around 50–60 %. Use a pebble tray or occasional misting; extra humidity isn’t essential but supports its tropical origins .
Temperature: Thrives at 18–27 °C, comfortably above 15 °C. Avoid drops below 16 °C or exposure to cold drafts, as temperatures under 10 °C can cause damage .
