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Spathiphyllum, plant care and growing guide

Spathiphyllum is a decorative plant native to the tropics of America. It has a flower consisting of a spadix colored in white and yellow and leaves that are bright green, elongated, crinkled, and wavy at the edges. The plant, native to Central and South America, decorates the room with its leaves and flowers. It is often grown as a houseplant, being appreciated for the property of purifying the air in the rooms.

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Environmental conditions

Light. Spathiphyllum prefers positioning in bright places, but not in direct sunlight, which can cause burns to the leaves. It also tolerates well partial shade, especially during the hot season.

Temperature. It grows well at a temperature between 20-28° C, and in winter it needs temperatures of at least 14° C. Too low temperatures and drafts can affect the plant and slow down the plant’s growth.

Humidity. It needs both high atmospheric humidity and in the substrate, but before you water the plant again, the soil must be allowed to dry a little.

Substrate. Spathiphyllum grows well in almost any type of substrate, as long as the substrate has a good water drainage capacity.

Recommended products

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Watering

Watering should be done regularly so that the soil is permanently moist. Atmospheric humidity is maintained by spraying the leaves or by placing the plant on a layer of damp gravel.

Fertilization

It can be done twice a month, during the active growth period (spring-summer) with a specific fertilizer.

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Repotting

It is done in spring, once every 2-3 years, only if necessary.

Propagation

Spathiphyllum plants can be propagated by dividing clumps during repotting. “In vitro” or seed propagation is also possible.

Recommended products

Read carefully and follow the instructions on the label of each product
Diseases and pests

It is a plant quite resistant to diseases and pests. The most common problems are those caused by excessive moisture in the substrate, which leads to root rot.

In addition:
  • it is recommended to periodically wipe the leaves with a clean, damp cloth and remove the leaves and dried flowers.
  • it is recommended that every spring the soil on the surface of the pot be replaced with a fresh one.
  • it is important that during the summer, the atmospheric humidity is kept high, by spraying the leaves.
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