Species Name: Spathiphyllum spp. 

Common name(s): Peace lily 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Classic houseplant with medium-sized dark green oval-shaped leaves
• Drought and temperature tolerant plant with and uniquely hooded, white blooms
• Great plant for those who do not consider themselves to have a green thumb
• Can also be grown in semi-aquatic environments with the roots submerged

This is a “Grower's Choice” plant which means we choose the plant for you. Each order will include one Spathiphyllum species available in stock. Plants may differ in color and appearance from the plant pictured.  

Recommended Pot Size: Medium - Large 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: 65-80°F

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)   Moderate (30-70%)   Humid (70-100%)

Watering frequency: Regular watering. Water once the top layer of soil feels dry. 

Lighting:  Full Shade     Partial Shade      Full Sun

Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here. 

Growth rate: Moderate 

Height: 3’ (Indoors), 6’ (Outdoors) 

Origin: South America, Columbia through Ecuador and down to Peru 

Regional locality: Commonly found near forest streams from 200-300m elevation.

USDA Hardiness Zone: 11-15

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: A droopy Spathiphyllum can be the result of under/overwatering. Allow the soil to dry slightly before watering. 

*Spathiphyllum, Peace lilies, are mildly toxic to both humans and pets as all parts of the plant contain calcium oxalate crystals. We deem this plant safe for use with the above animals, but the more risk-averse may wish to avoid it. For more information please visits the ASPCA list of Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.