Care guides

Peace Lily Spathiphyllum wallisii

Easy Toxic to cats and dogs Air-purifying
Peace lily with white spathe flower and dark green glossy leaves

At a glance

Light
Medium indirect
1000–10000 lux
Water
Every 7–10 days
Top 2cm of soil
Humidity
50–70%
Temperature
18–30°C
Ideal 18–27°C
Soil pH
5.8–6.5
well-draining
Mature size
75 cm tall
60 cm wide
Native to
Tropical Americas, Colombia, Venezuela
Growth
Moderate
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Estimate how often to water your Peace Lily based on pot size, light, and season.

Water every 9 days

Always check the top 2 cm of soil before watering. Calculator output is an estimate, not a schedule.

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Compare with similar plants

Trait Peace Lily Spathiphyllum wallisii Calathea Calathea orbifolia
Light Medium indirectMedium indirect
Water 7–10 days5–7 days
Pet safe Toxic to cats and dogs Pet-safe
Difficulty EasyChallenging
Mature size 75 cm60 cm

Light requirements in detail

Peace Lily prefers medium indirect (1000–10000 lux) . Tolerates low light but flowers more reliably in bright indirect; direct sun scorches leaves

A spot 1–2 meters from a bright east or south-facing window usually fits this range. Direct afternoon sun through unfiltered glass can scorch leaves; sheer curtains help diffuse it.

Watering in detail

Water Peace Lily every 7– 10 days during the growing season, allowing Top 2cm of soil to dry between waterings. Reduce frequency in winter when growth slows.

Consistent moisture matters here — long dry spells will show up as crispy leaf edges.

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