About
Spathiphyllum wallisii, the Wallis peace lily, is an evergreen, rhizomatous perennial producing erect, lance-shaped, glossy, dark-green leaves and ovate, white, flowering spathes to 15 cm, each with a slender, cream spadix. One of the most rewarding and popular houseplants, thriving in a warm, frost-free, shaded or semi-shaded, indoor or conservatory position.
About the genus
Spathiphyllum, the peace lilies, are evergreen, rhizomatous perennials producing lance-shaped, glossy leaves and elegant, white, hood-like spathes enclosing a slender cream spadix. Excellent and rewarding houseplants and conservatory plants for a warm, frost-free, shaded or semi-shaded position.
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectNorth-facing, South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH1B
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial, Conservatory Greenhouse
HabitClump forming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants, Sub-tropical
Native toColombia C America
ToxicityHarmful if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling 17624,speirantha-gardenii,Speirantha gardenii,false lily of the valley,Speirantha gardenii
Care notes
CultivationUnder glass grow in partial shade. Flowering may suffer in deep shade. Use peat-free compost. During growth, water and mist freely; maintain a high humidity. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Pot on when root growth has overfilled the container. Suitable as a houseplant. May be grown outdoors in frost free conditions. See Spathiphyllum and houseplant cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division in winter or immediately after flowering
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free