Is the Spathiphyllum toxic to pets?

Yes, it is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. Keep it out of reach of pets or choose a pet-friendly plant.

What kind of light does a Spathiphyllum need?

Partial shade to indirect light, avoid direct sunlight that burns the leaves. The Spathiphyllum thrives perfectly away from windows, even in low-light rooms.

How do you water a Spathiphyllum?

Regular watering but not too much, wait until the soil surface is dry. The Spathiphyllum signals its thirst by dropping its leaves, which straighten up after watering.

Does the Spathiphyllum really purify the air?

Yes, it is one of the most recognized air-purifying plants. It effectively filters indoor pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene according to NASA studies.

Why are the leaves of my Spathiphyllum falling off?

Drooping leaves usually indicate a lack of water. Water generously and the leaves will straighten within a few hours. If the problem persists, check the drainage.

How do you get a Spathiphyllum to bloom again?

Move it closer to a source of indirect light, fertilize in spring with a fertilizer for flowering plants, and maintain high ambient humidity by misting regularly.

Can you put a Spathiphyllum in a bathroom?

Yes, ideal for the bathroom thanks to its love of humidity and tolerance for low light. Make sure it receives a minimum of indirect natural light.

Spathiphyllum – Air-purifying Peace Lily for Apartments

Q: Why is my Spathiphyllum no longer blooming?

A lack of light is often the cause. Move it closer to a source of indirect light and feed it with a fertilizer for flowering plants in spring.

Flowering, air-purifying, and comfortable in dark rooms — the Spathiphyllum is the indoor plant that fits all urban interiors. Even without a green thumb.

Spathiphyllum – The peace lily, an indoor plant icon

The Spathiphyllum, better known as the "peace lily", is one of the most popular indoor plants. And for good reason: it blooms in conditions where many other plants give up, purifies the air, tolerates partial shade, and requires little maintenance. A must-have for greening an apartment, even with low light.

Air-purifying, flowering, and easy

The Spathiphyllum combines three rare qualities in one plant: it filters indoor pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene, produces beautiful white spathe flowers several times a year, and easily forgives missed waterings. It is one of the most effective and decorative air-purifying plants. Discover all our air-purifying plants to improve the air quality in your home.

Ideal for low-light spaces

Unlike many flowering plants, the Spathiphyllum thrives perfectly away from windows. It adapts to partial shade and even low-light rooms, making it an ideal green solution for hallways, bathrooms, or offices. For more ideas in the same spirit, check out our plants for low light.

Care tips

🌥️ Light: partial shade to indirect light, avoid direct sunlight which burns the leaves
💧 Watering: regular but not excessive — wait until the surface of the soil is dry
💦 Humidity: prefers a humid atmosphere, mist the leaves regularly
🌡️ Temperature: between 15 and 25 °C, protected from cold drafts
🪴 Repotting: every 2 years in spring using a well-draining universal substrate

Frequently asked questions

Why is my Spathiphyllum no longer flowering?
Lack of light is often the cause. Move it closer to a source of indirect light and feed it with fertilizer for flowering plants in spring. Our guide on light and humidity: finding the right balance will help you optimize its placement.

Why are the leaves of my Spathiphyllum turning yellow?
Yellowing is often linked to overwatering or lack of light. Check out our article on why my plant’s leaves turn yellow to identify and fix the problem.

Is Spathiphyllum toxic to pets?
Yes, it is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. If you have pets, consider our selection of pet-friendly indoor plants.

Does Spathiphyllum really purify the air?
Yes, it is one of the most recognized air-purifying plants. To learn more, read our article on plants that purify the air.

Explore further

The Spathiphyllum is part of our indoor plants collection. Also discover our air-purifying plants, our plants for low light, our easy-care plants, and our selection of pots and decorative pots to showcase it.