What is Spathiphyllum?

Spathiphyllum is a common house plant, which is also called peace lily or white flag plant. It is a graceful specimen of monocotyled plants that have many stems, each producing a dark green glossy leaf in the shape of a sword. The name "White Flag plant" comes from simple white flowers that hatch from long stems; These flowers have an oval shape of the bonnet that wrap around a strong floral stem called Spadix. Spathiphyllum was originally a plant origin for tropical zones. They can benefit in many types of containers, but respond strongly to unfavorable conditions. The plant grows preferably in medium to weak light and the leaves will burn if they are exposed to direct sunlight. If the soil dries completely, the plant is concerned, but a good dose of water in a few hours broadcasts. However, the edge of the leaves will be browned quickly to be careful to keep the plant evenly moist and crop from the brown edges.

Srathiphyllum is an excellent candidate for water gardens. The whole plant can be placed in a vase or other container and fertilized every other month, or the roots can be placed in a container of water, while the leaves grow towards the light source. Like some other varieties of houseplants, Spathiphyllum does not need soil growth if there are sufficient nutrients in the water.

glossy leaves can be maintained best by occasional reflection and shaking with a damp cloth. Fertilize the plant with full strength General treatment twice a month for flowering and every second month when sleeping. In the right conditions, your peace lily will probably be May all year round. If you want to promote this plant, divide the plant roots. Spathiphyllum flowers can be removed when they become green or brown.

SPATH is a popular permanent house plant for several reasons. When growing in ideal conditions of middle light and abundant water, oneLow maintenance, long -term plant. Between flowering plants are glossy dark green leaves and constantly blooming white flowers by a distinctive combination. Srathiphyllum also has an excellent ability to remove pollutants from the air. These plants are somewhat resistant to many insects and diseases, but the leaves cause oral burning and irritation, so they should be kept far from domestic animals and young children.