Peace lily (Spathiphyllum cochlearispathum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Peace lily on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Araceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Indirect light
- Temperature: 15–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Peace lily
Spathiphyllum cochlearispathum, commonly known as Giant Peace Lily, is a striking indoor plant belonging to the Araceae family. It is characterized by its large, glossy dark green lance-shaped leaves and its distinctive white, spoon-shaped bracts (spathes) enclosing a floral spike. This plant is ideal for adding an elegant, tropical touch to spacious areas, offices, or living rooms, where its size and lush foliage can be fully appreciated.
Native range
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly southern Mexico and Guatemala
Care tips
It thrives in bright, indirect light; direct sunlight can scorch its leaves. Keep the potting mix consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging, watering when the top layer of the soil feels slightly dry. Use an organic-rich, well-draining potting mix. A common mistake is insufficient ambient humidity, which can lead to brown leaf tips; mist its leaves regularly or use a humidifier.
How to save a dying Peace lily
- Warning signs
- Drooping, wilting, or yellowing leaves. Brown and dry tips. Lack of flowering.
- First aid
- Deep watering if soil is dry; check drainage if waterlogged. Move away from cold drafts or direct sun. Increase humidity.
- What kills it
- Overwatering that rots roots or extreme dryness that dehydrates. Direct sun also burns its leaves.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! It's very resilient. With proper care, it will recover and re-bloom.