Peace Lily.

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Care level

Easy

Plant type

Tropical perennial

Light

Bright indirect light to medium shade

Indoor light

medium

Water

Every 5 to 10 days

Mature size

60 to 90 cm

Growth rate

medium

Hardiness

USDA 11 to 12

Bloom time

Spring to early summer

Cuidados

Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy to prevent root rot. If you notice the leaves drooping, it is time to water, and they will perk back up quickly. Wipe the leaves occasionally to remove dust and help the plant breathe.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.

Feeding

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer during the active growing season.

Pruning

Trim off yellowing leaves or spent flower stalks at the base.

Repotting

Repot when the plant becomes root bound and growth slows down.

Soil

Well draining peat based potting mix

Soil pH

5.8 to 6.5

Temperature

15 to 27°C

Humidity

40 to 60%

Drought tolerance

low

Lifespan

Perennial, typically 3 to 5 years indoors.

Fragrance

light

Deer and rabbits

moderate

Seguridad

People

The plant contains calcium oxalate crystals that cause intense burning and swelling of the mouth and throat if chewed.

Pets

This plant is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, as it contains insoluble calcium oxalates that cause irritation.

Children

Keep this plant out of reach of children because the leaves and stems contain irritating crystals that cause pain if bitten.

Contact allergens

The sap can cause skin irritation or rashes in sensitive individuals.

Airborne allergens

The pollen produced by the spadix can trigger allergic reactions in some people.

Edibility

This plant is toxic if ingested and should never be consumed by humans or pets.

Cómo identificarla

• Glossy dark green lance shaped leaves
• White spathe surrounding a spadix
• Clumping growth habit
• Veined leaf texture

Height

0.3 to 0.9m

Spread

0.3 to 0.6m

Leaves

dark green, evergreen

Flowers

white, 5 to 15cm

Problemas frecuentes

• Spider mites — These tiny pests cause yellow stippling on leaves and thrive in dry indoor air.
• Root rot — Overwatering leads to mushy, dark roots and yellowing foliage.

Cómo cultivarla

Propagation

division

When to plant

spring, summer

Overwintering

Keep the plant in a warm spot away from cold drafts or heating vents. Reduce watering slightly as growth slows down during the darker months.

In containers

It grows very well in containers and prefers a pot that is only slightly larger than its root ball.

Group plants with similar humidity needs together to create a microclimate that keeps them all happy.

Buenas compañeras

• Pothos — They share similar light and moisture requirements for easy care.
• Ferns — Ferns thrive in the same high humidity environments as peace lilies.

Mantenla lejos de

• Succulents — Succulents require much drier soil and higher light than peace lilies.

Especies parecidas

• Spathiphyllum floribundum — It is a smaller species with similar foliage and white spathes.

Ciencia

Family

Araceae

Genus

Spathiphyllum

Order

Alismatales

Class

Liliopsida

Native range

Tropical regions of Colombia and Venezuela.

Conservation

It is not currently listed as threatened in its native habitat.

It grows on the forest floor in humid, shaded environments where it relies on consistent moisture.

Uses

Indoor ornamental, Air purification

Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.

Lo que más preguntan

Why are the leaves turning brown?

Brown tips often indicate low humidity, tap water chemicals, or inconsistent watering.

How much light does it need?

It prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates lower light conditions well.

De dónde viene el nombre

The genus name comes from the Greek words for spathe and leaf, referring to the leaf like bract. The species name honors the plant collector Gustav Wallis.

Bueno saberlo

• It is not a true lily but belongs to the Araceae family.
• The white part of the flower is actually a modified leaf called a spathe.
• It was named after Gustav Wallis who discovered it in Colombia.