Spathiphyllum wallisii aka Peace Lily

Taxonomy

Common names

Peace Lily, Peace Lilly

How to care for Peace Lily

Difficulty

Peace Lily is generally easy to care for.

Water

Peace Lily should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Peace Lily loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Sunlight

Peace Lily may not thrive and may drop leaves if it does not have enough sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to increase the potential for growth.

Dormancy

A standard dormancy pattern is absent in the Peace Lily. If the growth slows down noticeably, make sure that adequate sunlight and water are provided to support the plant's growth.

Toxicity

Peace Lily is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

Humidity

No extra humidity is necessary for the Peace Lily. Absorption of water by plants is primarily done through their roots, and soil watering is the most effective method to provide humidity to your plants.

Fertilizer

Repotting the Peace Lily should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Growth-pattern

Clumping is a defining characteristic of the Peace Lily, with new growth appearing from the soil surrounding the primary plant.

Region of origin

Peace Lily’s native range is Colombia and Venezuela.

Flower

Yes, if you provide your Peace Lily with adequate sunlight and water, you can expect it to bloom.