Spathiphyllum: Peace Lily Plant Care

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Is Spathiphyllum a good houseplant?

Spathiphyllum —also called peace lily—is a popular flowering houseplant with brilliant white spathe flowers. The easy-to-care-for indoor plant has large glossy green leaves and long flowering stems. Spathiphyllum plants grow in various light conditions, including low light and shade.

What are some common names for Spathiphyllum plants?

Other common names for Spathiphyllum plants are closet plants, white sails and peace lily. Both last common names refer to the white spathe-leaf that looks like a white sail or white flag. Other species of Spathiphyllum go by names such as Mouna Loa, Madona lily, and Cupido peace lily. This article is a comprehensive guide for Spathiphyllum care.

Is Spathiphyllum a perennial?

Spathiphyllum is a genus of about 47 species of monocotyledonous flowering plants in the family Araceae, native to tropical regions of the Americas and southeastern Asia. Certain species of Spathiphyllum are commonly known as spath or peace lilies . They are evergreen herbaceous perennial plants with large leaves 12–65 cm long and 3–25 cm broad.

Why is Spathiphyllum called a white lily?

The plant’s botanical name comes from the beautiful white spathe-leaves. Other common names for Spathiphyllum plants are closet plants, white sails and peace lily. Both last common names refer to the white spathe-leaf that looks like a white sail or white flag.

Are Spathiphyllum plants poisonous?

Spathiphyllum plants grow in various light conditions, including low light and shade. The plant’s ability to remove toxins from indoor air makes Spathiphyllum an excellent plant for any room in your home. Although Spathiphyllum contains toxic substances, the plants are generally safe to handle.

What Is Spathiphyllum

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Spathiphyllum Information

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