Peace Lily

🌿 Basic Overview

• Scientific name: Spathiphyllum spp.

• Common names: Peace Lily

• Family: Araceae

• Origin: Tropical Americas and Southeast Asia

• Type: Evergreen perennial

🌱 Appearance

• Glossy, lance-shaped dark green leaves that arch gracefully.

• Produces white, hood-like flowers called spathes surrounding a central spike (spadix).

• Flowers may bloom periodically indoors, especially in spring or summer.

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates low-light conditions.

• Low light slows growth and flowering but won’t harm the plant.

• Avoid direct sunlight — it can scorch the leaves.

💧 Water

• Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy.

• Drought can cause leaves to curl or droop, which usually recovers after watering.

• Overwatering can lead to root rot.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal range: 65–80°F (18–27°C).

• Prefers moderate to high humidity; misting can help in dry indoor air.

🌸 Growth & Care

• Easy to moderate care — forgiving and low-maintenance.

• Prune yellow or damaged leaves to maintain appearance.

• Can be propagated by division when repotting.

• Excellent air-purifying plant, according to NASA studies.

*mildly toxic to humans and pets