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Peace lily

Spathiphyllum

A shade-tolerant flowering houseplant. Brown leaf tips signal a care problem.

Key figures

ItemValueSource
Lightpartial to deep shade[1]
Temperatureday about 20–29 °C (68–85 °F), night at most about 5–6 °C cooler; below 4 °C (40 °F) causes damage[1]
Fertilising¼ strength fertiliser[1]
pHno exact value in the sources

The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.

These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.

Sources

  1. NC State Extension Plant Toolbox: Spathiphyllum