Peace Lily
Spathiphyllum wallisii
Overview
The Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum), an elegant evergreen perennial, thrives in partial shade, preferring moist, well-drained soil. Renowned for its glossy, lance-shaped leaves reaching 6-8 inches long, and its striking white spathes that envelop subtle spadix flowers. Typically reaching 1-4 feet in height, this plant purifies indoor air and requires minimal maintenance. Ideal for understory planting and indoor settings, it adds a tranquil aesthetic to any landscape or interior.
Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater MediumZones 9–11Type PerennialClimate Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Deep Shade, Shade
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 9–11
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 12–18 Inches
- Mature width
- 12–18 Inches
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Araceae
- Climate
- Subtropical
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