Not a grass (Chinese Evergreen houseplant)
Aglaonema commutatum · Perennial tropical foliage plant (not a grass)
Grass Family
Araceae (not a grass)
Grass Category
Houseplant / Ornamental foliage (not a grass)
Variety / Cultivar
Aglaonema 'Silver Queen' or similar variegated cultivar
Hardiness Zones
USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11 if grown outdoors; primarily grown as an indoor houseplant in colder zones.
About This Grass
This is an indoor houseplant, specifically a Chinese Evergreen, showing signs of overwatering or underwatering with drooping, yellowing leaves. It features broad, variegated leaves with silver and green markings, quite distinct from any true grass.
Blade Characteristics
Broad, lance-shaped leaves with distinct petiole and variegation rather than narrow parallel-veined grass blades.
Root System
Fleshy root system prone to root rot if overwatered in a container setting.
Growing Information
Origin Region
Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia (Philippines, Indonesia)
Growth Habit
Clumping tropical herbaceous perennial with upright stems
Sunlight & Water Needs
Indirect bright to low indoor light; moderate water needs, allowing top few inches of soil to dry out between waterings.
Mowing & Maintenance
Requires no mowing; occasional pruning of dead leaves and dusting of foliage.
Special Characteristics
Excellent low-light indoor tolerance, variegated ornamental foliage, toxic to pets if ingested.
Ecological Information
Tropical understory plant, non-invasive indoors, valued for air-purifying qualities in interior spaces.