Peace Lily
Spathiphyllum
AKA: Peace Lily, White Sails
easy
medium water
low, medium, bright_indirect
Pet caution
Peace lilies are elegant, easy-care houseplants known for their glossy leaves and white blooms. They clearly show when they need water by drooping.
Care snapshot
☀️ Light
Low, Medium, Bright Indirect
💧 Water
Medium
💨 Humidity
Medium To High
📈 Growth
Moderate
Peace Lily Care at a Glance
Peace lilies are popular indoor plants with graceful white blooms and a reputation for being very expressive about their care needs.
Best For
- Beginners
- Low to medium light homes
- Offices
- Flowering houseplant lovers
Not Great For
- Homes with plant-chewing pets
- Very bright direct sun
- Dry indoor air
Light Requirements
Peace lilies bloom best in bright indirect light but adapt well to medium light. In low light, expect fewer or no flowers.
How to Water a Peace Lily
Water when the plant begins to droop slightly or when the top layer of soil feels dry. Leaves usually perk up within hours after watering.
Watering Tips
- Use filtered or distilled water to prevent brown tips.
- Do not let the plant sit in water.
- Reduce watering slightly in winter.
Humidity Needs
Peace lilies enjoy moderate to high humidity. Misting, pebble trays, or placing near other plants can help.
Flowering Tips
To encourage blooms, provide brighter indirect light and feed lightly during the growing season.
How to Propagate Peace Lily
- Remove the plant from its pot.
- Gently separate natural clumps with roots attached.
- Pot divisions into fresh, moist soil.
- Keep evenly moist until established.
Peace Lily Problems (Fast Fix Guide)
Drooping leaves
Cause: Underwatering
Fix: Water thoroughly and maintain even moisture
Yellow leaves
Cause: Overwatering
Fix: Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Brown tips
Cause: Dry air or tap water minerals
Fix: Increase humidity and use filtered water
Pet Safety Warning
- Peace lilies are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.
- Keep out of reach of pets and children.
When the top inch of soil is dry or when leaves begin to droop.
Yes, but flowering will be reduced.
Most often from underwatering. It usually recovers quickly after watering.
No. It is toxic to cats and dogs if chewed.
Pet warning
Contains calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing may cause mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting.
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FAQ
When the top inch of soil is dry or when leaves begin to droop.
Yes, but flowering will be reduced.
Most often from underwatering. It usually recovers quickly after watering.
No. It is toxic to cats and dogs if chewed.
