Peace lily
Spathiphyllum wallisii · Family Araceae
Also known as: spathiphyllum, spath
- Light
- Shade to bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 4 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- No, keep it away from cats and dogs
Care
Where to put it
Bedroom or bathroom with some daylight.
Light
Low to medium indirect light. Flowers more with brighter light.
Watering
Likes moist compost. The leaves droop when it's thirsty.
About the plant
It pairs glossy dark green leaves with elegant white 'flowers' that appear several times a year. It copes well with low light, making it a classic for living rooms and offices. It is usually 40 to 70 cm tall in a pot.
Origin
Native to the humid tropical forests of Colombia and Venezuela, growing in the shady understorey.
What it likes
- Light shade or indirect light
- Compost kept slightly moist
- Misting the leaves
What it dislikes
- Direct sun on the leaves
- Letting the compost dry out fully
- Heavily chlorinated water
Did you know?
The white part is not a petal but a bract called a spathe, which wraps around the tiny flowers on the central spike.
