Peace Lily care
Spathiphyllum
Elegant dark leaves and white blooms that tolerate low light. The peace lily is a dramatic communicator — it flops when thirsty and pops right back up after a drink.
Heads up — Peace Lily is toxic to cats and dogs per ASPCA data. Keep it out of reach of pets, and check our toxicity checker for pet-safe alternatives.
Light
Low to medium indirect light. It'll survive in low light but only flowers with brighter, indirect light.
Keep it out of direct sun, which scorches the leaves brown.
Water
Keep the soil lightly moist but not soggy. The peace lily will dramatically droop when it's thirsty — that's your cue, and it recovers within hours of watering.
Don't let it sit in standing water.
Soil & pot
A rich, well-draining potting mix. Drainage hole required.
Humidity & temperature
It loves humidity — brown leaf tips often mean the air's too dry. Keep it 65–85°F and away from cold drafts.
Propagation
Divide the plant at the roots when repotting. Each division needs a clump of roots and a few leaves.
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