Peace Lilies

White Anthurium • Spathe Flowers • Spathiphyllum

Peace Lily plant with white spathe flowers

The Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum) is a beautiful foliage plant that also produces attractive white spathes. This plant has a high transpiration rate and enjoys the large water reservoir that hydroculture offers. It possesses all the qualities to make it one of the best indoor plants.

💡 Perfect for mid-light to shade conditions

Effective Air Purifier

The Peace Lily excels in removing harmful air pollutants, making it a most valuable houseplant.

Removes These Toxins:

Alcohols
Acetone
Trichloroethylene
Benzene
Formaldehyde

Safety Around Pets & Birds

Scientific Information

  • Scientific Name: Spathiphyllum / Araceae
  • Toxic Principle: Calcium oxalate crystals

Clinical Signs

  • • Vomiting and digestive irritation
  • • Oral burning and swelling
  • • Rashes and redness
  • • In birds: difficulty swallowing

Reference: OSU Center for Veterinary Health Sciences

Care Guide

Size & Growth

Typical Size: 1-4 feet tall and wide

'Sensation' Variety: Up to 6 feet tall

Light Requirements

✅ Bright, filtered light (preferred)

✅ Low light (will survive)

❌ Direct sunlight (will cause sunburn)

Watering

• Keep soil moist but not soggy

• Allow soil to dry between waterings

• Use room temperature water

Temperature

Day: 68-85°F (20-29°C)

Night: About 10°F cooler

Fertilizing

Balanced liquid fertilizer (20-20-20) every 2-3 months

Cleaning

Wipe leaves regularly with damp cloth to remove dust

Soil

Any well-drained potting mix

Popular Varieties

'Sensation'

Largest variety with dark green, ribbed texture. Durable and versatile.

Size: Up to 6 feet

'Mauna Loa'

Medium-sized with glossy, lance-shaped leaves. Flowers up to 4 inches wide.

Size: 2-3 feet

'Wallisii'

Compact and vigorous with delicate 3-inch blooms.

Size: 12 inches

'Supreme'

Large 7-inch oval snow-white blooms held high above foliage.

Size: Medium

'Flower Power'

Large flowers well above foliage with distinctive lance-shaped leaves.

Size: Medium

'Starlight'

Striking, shiny, tough dark green foliage.

Size: Medium

Common Problems & Solutions

Lack of Flowering

Usually occurs on plants less than a year old or receiving insufficient light.

Cold Sensitivity

Very sensitive to temperatures below 60°F. Avoid chilling temperatures.

Overwatering

Root and stem diseases are usually associated with overwatering.

Pest Issues

Watch for mealybugs (most common), mites, and scales.

Information prepared by Marjan Kluepfel, HGIC Information Specialist, and Bob Polomski, Extension Consumer Horticulturist, Clemson University.

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