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title: "Hello! Looking for advice for this lovely gentleman that I got…"
description: "Hello! Looking for advice for this lovely gentleman that I got yesterday. You’ll notice the odd colorations and spots down the center of the leaves. Im…"
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author: "Jonah"
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# Hello! Looking for advice for this lovely gentleman that I got…

_Posted by Jonah on 2026-09-15_

Hello! Looking for advice for this lovely gentleman that I got yesterday. You’ll notice the odd colorations and spots down the center of the leaves. Im guessing overwatering by the store, but wanted to check in with yall! Thanks!

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## 3 comments

### Nata commented on 2026-09-16

My Chinese evergreen was like that a couple of days after I bought it. That was over 5 years ago. I just let it dry until the soil was dry-dry. And the started regular watering schedule.  
It has been thriving since then.  
Aglaonemas are resilient forgiving plants, in my experience.

#### Jonah replied on 2026-09-16

Thank you so much! This is my first Aglaonema, so just wanted to consult the experts! Much appreciated💕

#### Nata replied on 2026-09-16

It used to be in a 6 inch pot when it first arrived

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