A plant that we have seen many times in numerous indoor environments for its peculiar flowering. Spathiphyllum has elegant, glossy, large green foliage, typical of tropical-type plants, and is somewhat tolerant of carelessness. We add this indoor plant to our collection and we tell you how to make this plant a perfect decorative element at home.

Origin of the Spathiphyllum Or Peace Lily

The genus Spathiphyllum is of tropical origin without any doubt and its origins are found in the tropical areas of America and on the other hand in Malay areas. The later expansion has occurred in numerous places around the world such as the Philippines and is most often found in Brazil.

In fact, its common name (peace lily) comes from this country. Among the dozens of species of Spathiphyllum, the most common and widespread indoor plant is Spathiphyllum. A curiosity about this plant if you have it, is that the leaves begin to come out practically from the root. There is no bare stem.

The most striking thing about this plant is its inflorescence, called a spadix (a type of spike), made up of a large number of flowers fitted on an axis. This spadix is ​​covered by a single, very large white bract (sometimes two) that protects the flowers. This bract is called a spathe.

How To Care For Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum Wallisii)

Temperatures

Being a plant of tropical origin, it is logical that in our climates it has to be indoors since it needs warm and constant temperatures. 15 ºC is the minimum temperature for optimal development, being the most suitable from 20 ºC to 24 ºC. It is a plant that is somewhat more resistant to cold than some of the ones we have already talked about in previous posts.

Exposition

It is a plant that tolerates somewhat shady places well. In fact, in summer it is almost better to keep it away from sources of light, even indirect ones. In summer you should move your Spathiphyllum to a shadier spot if its normal location is near a window during winter.

It is not a maxim that you have to follow. If you see her healthy and strong, don’t even move her. These are all recommendations in case you can see the plant worse than usual.

It does not need a very specific substrate, so a mixture of sand, peat and mulch is usually the usual. Their roots do not develop much and prefer to be in pots that are somewhat tight. When repotting, if the plant has grown, just increase the pot size a bit but not too much.

Irrigation

It is not very demanding with irrigation except in the hot months where the frequency of irrigation will be around 3-4 days. In addition, depending on the ambient humidity and the intensity of the summer, it is very possible that you should spray the leaves from time to time to remove the stress of the heat. In winter we can extend the irrigation to frequencies of 10 days or more.

Even taking into account all these cares, it should be noted that it is a resistant plant considering the delicacy of many of the indoor plants of tropical origin. It’s perfect for those facing taking care of plants at home for the first time. She is very grateful.

Flowering And Multiplication Of The Spathiphyllum

To promote flowering (approximately summer) you can add a balanced liquid fertiliser every 10 or 15 days.

Possible Problems

If the leaves turn yellow at the margins, they look damaged and stains appear, it may be a sign of lack of fertilisation.

If the leaves decline and become flaccid, it is due to a lack of irrigation. Soak the pot for a few minutes and drain it. It will recover if the deficiency has not been too severe.