Aglaonema Anthurium Adenium philodendron

Puring
Sejak dahulu kita semua sudah mengenal jenis tanaman puring sebagai tanaman pagar atau tanaman yang suka ada di pemakaman , sejauh ini pula persepsi orang awam akan jenis tanaman ini hanyalah sebagai tanaman kuburan sehingga petani yang mau berbudi daya jenis tanaman ini selalu terbentur kendala pemasaran dan selama itu pula tanaman ini selalu dihargai murah dan hanya dijadikan sebagai pelengkap di kios-kios pedagang tanaman hias .
Penyebaran jenis tanaman ini sebenarnya sangat luas mulai dari India, asia tenggara , Australia , dan Negara tropis di amerika latin . Sudah tentu jenis yang ada pun sangat banyak .

Media Tanam Anthurium
Hampir semua tanaman hias memerlukan media yg gemur, pouros, subur, cukup mengadung, bahan organic, bebas dari hama, aerasi dan drainese yang baik, untuk menciptakan kondisi tersebut maka media tanam yang ideal adalah campuran bahan organik dan bahan anorganik.
Bahan organik dapat berupa cacahan pakis, kompos, humus, serutan kayu (tai gergaji), arang sekam, cocopeat, dll. Sedangkan bahan anorganik berupa tanah, pasir, pasir malang.
Komposisi media yang digunakan untuk setiap nursery pasti berbeda-beda tergantung dari kondisi iklim setempat, campuran media tanam yang dapat digunakan diantaranya :
sekam bakar dan cacahan pakis dengan perbandingan 4 : 1 untuk pupuk bisa menggunakan dekastar atau osmokot atau bisa juga pupuk kandang yang telah di fermentasi.
sekam bakar, andam ( kaliandra ) dan pupuk kadang yang telah steril dengan perbandingan 1:1:1.
humus, pupuk kandang steril dan pasir malang yang telah diayak halus dengan perbandingan 5:5:2
untuk menjaga kelembaban media dan mengatur drainese yang baik maka pertama-tama pot diisi terlebih dahulu dengan pecahan bata merah, pecahan genting, Styrofoam, dice coco ( sabut kelapa yang dipotong dadu ), sampai ¼ pot setelah itu baru media tanamnya diisi hingga penuh.
Untuk menjaga tanaman terhindar dari jamur, cendawan dan bakteri sebaiknya media harus dikukus setidaknya 1 jam. Selamat mencoba…...!

Tips Aglaonema
Botanically known as Chlorophytum Comosum, these tough and resilient clump-forming plants are probably the most popular of all houseplants because they can really thrive on neglect, yet present a remarkable fountain of gracefully arching thin stalks adorned with baby plants, resembling miniature versions of themselves. Thus, they are perfect for hanging baskets where their uniqueness is beautifully displayed. They’re so fascinating and lovely to look at! I love watching these beauties with their grass-like linear leaves often striped green, with yellow or white center, culminated in little tufts/rosettes of leaves tossed into the air on their wiry stalks, giving the plants the appearance of spiders dangling from strings….hmm…without fear of the creepy crawlies, moving all over me!! ;;)No wonder, it’s commonly known as Spider Plant, Ribbon Plant or Airplane Plant, which is so befitting its appearance!The wild species has green leaves, but most cultivars are variegated. 'Mandaianum' has a yellow stripe down the center of each leaf, 'Variegatum' has white stripes on the margins of the leaves with green down the center and 'Vittatum' has recurved leaves with white central stripes.Spider Plant is one of the easiest houseplants to grow and maintain. It thrives in the shade or bright light. Can tolerate some direct morning sunlight too! When in active growth, it should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist, but sparingly during the wet seasons. Occasional spraying of their leaves is recommended to prevent brown tips. Propagation is easily done by dividing the main root mass or by removing and culturing/rooting the ‘spiders’. The latter, being the better choice because it’s simpler and by not disturbing the main root mass and allowing them to be pot bound (overcrowded in their pots), they’ll produce more plantlets! More F.O.C plants to beautify my home!Spider plant is also known to cleanse the air we breathe! It’s placed in the top three of houseplants that are efficient for the removal of formaldehyde from indoor air. The other two are Philodendron sp. and Epipremnum sp. Other air purification/filtration plants are Chrysanthemum, Gerbera, Dracaena, Boston Fern, Palms such as Bamboo/Lady/Parlour Palms, Aglaonema, Spathiphyllum, etc.Therefore, it’s not surprising that I’m soooo… fascinated with these Spider Plants! I've propagated many pots of these lovely plants to keep me happy and smiling always, as well as healthy too!!

Aglaonema plants
Aglaonema is a genus of about 20 species of flowering plants in the family Araceae, native to the tropical swamps and rainforests of southeastern Asia from Bangladesh east to the Philippines and north to southern China. No common name is widely used, though they are sometimes called “Chinese evergreen”.
They are herbaceous perennial plants growing to 20-150 cm in height. The leaves are alternate on the stems, lanceolate to narrowly ovate, dark to medium green, 10-45 cm long and 4-16 cm broad, depending on the species. The flowers are relatively inconspicuous, white or greenish-white spathes that can give way to red berries.
Species:
Aglaonema brevispathum
Aglaonema commutatum
Aglaonema costatum
Aglaonema crispum
Aglaonema hookerianum
Aglaonema modestum
Aglaonema nebulosum
Aglaonema nitidum
Aglaonema pictum
Aglaonema rotundum
Aglaonema siamense
Aglaonema simplex
They are popular houseplants and ornamental plants for offices and shopping malls because they are among the easiest houseplants to grow. Numerous cultivars have been selected, including plants with variegated leaves. They tolerate a wide range of light, as well as neglect, and are relatively resistant to pests.
Chinese evergreens are very tolerant plants that do well in a variety of settings. Several species are available, some with dark green leaves and others that are variegated. Aglaonema flourish for years.
They prefer indirect light and partial shade. They do best in shadow-less light, such as a north window. They prefer heavy soil, which should be kept moist but not soggy. They do not tolerate the cold; they should not be exposed to temperatures below 10°C, with optimal growing conditions between 20°C and 30°C. High air humidity is also important. They are easy to propagate from cuttings, which will root in a glass of water, or from divisions.

Easiest houseplant
No time to take care of a plant? Try Chinese evergreen.
the leaves are so beautiful on Chinese evergreens that you just want to reach out and touch them. Glossy greens, silvers, and grays with stripes, spots, and streaks create a subtle tapestry of wonder. And when you learn all the qualities of this forgiving and carefree houseplant, you're going to wish that someone had told you about it sooner.
It's Simple
Chinese evergreens (Aglaonema sp.) are easy right from the start. You can find them just about anywhere-at the grocery store, nursery, or garden center. You can even order them by mail. There are lots of selections; so look for one with the leaf pattern you love, or try more than one. Use them in different rooms throughout your home, and then decide which plant is your favorite.
You don't need a green thumb to grow these. Care is not a problem, as Chinese evergreens require just a few things. They thrive in low light, so you can place them in locations where other houseplants won't grow. Being tropicals, they like warm, slightly humid conditions with room temperatures of at least 65 degrees. Leaf tips can turn brown if the air is too dry. Water well, let drain, and then let the soil dry slightly before doing so again. Overwatering is the most frequent way houseplants are killed.
Gardener's Secret
A common error beginners make when buying houseplants is transplanting new ones directly into decorative pots. all of a sudden, these beautiful plants start looking poorly, and the leaves begin drooping and falling off. The solution? Don't repot. It's much easier to keep it in the plastic container it came in. just place a plastic saucer or dish inside your decorative pot to catch the drainage.
Why is this better for your plants? Lots of reasons. It avoids the risk of transplant shock. You can water them where they are; or lift the plastic containers out of the pots, water them in the sink, and then let them drain. If the leaves get dusty, you can place the plastic containers in the shower to gently clean the foliage. It also makes it easy to give plants a summer vacation outside in the shade.
Is your plant leaning to the side? just rotate the plastic container inside the pot to balance the amount of light received. Remember, too, that large plants in glazed pots can be heavy to move. But if you keep them in their plastic containers, you can lift them out of the glazed pots and move the pots separately.
Nice Surprise
In the spring and summer, small blooms that resemble those of the common peace lily (Spathiphyllum sp.) may appear on your Chinese evergreens. However, the leaves are the real show. NASA has determined that these plants help clean the air indoors. So not only are they easy and carefree, Chinese evergreens also work hard when you have things to do.
CHINESE EVERGREEN
At a Glance
Light: low to bright, indirect light (New selections with white and yellow in their leaves, such as'Deborah,' need brighter light.)
Temperature: Keep warm, with a minimum temperature of around 65 degrees. (New selections such as 'Stars' and 'Emerald Star' can take temperatures as low as 40 degrees.)
Moisture: Water well, let drain, and then allow soil to dry slightly before watering again. They also like a little humidity
Feed: In spring and summer, use a liquid plant food (10-15-10).
Expect to pay: $8-$35, depending on the size of the plant and where it's purchased.