Spathiphyllum: what is it?

In bloom all year round, the spathiphyllum has the advantage of being undemanding and easy to grow. Its shiny leaves and white flowers bring a touch of exoticism to your interior.

Appellations

Also called “false arum” or “moon flower”, this indoor plant fleurie is part of the Araceae family (Araceae).

Botanical description of the spathiphyllum

The originality of this houseplant is in the foliage. It develops long, very thin and slender leaves, very shiny and white flower stems, very graceful. Its inflorescences are composed of a white or greenish spathe which surrounds a central spadix of color cream and develop, without interruption, all year round.

Origins of spathiphyllum

The spathiphyllum is native to the forests of South America.

Cultural requirements for spathiphyllum

Tropical plant, the spathiphyllum appreciates the light, humidity and heat. Planted in a pot pierced in the bottom to evacuate the excess water for irrigation, it will do well in a horticultural soil, exposed to light with a Sun indirect, in front of a window. As soon as the water on the surface is dry, water and then remove the water remaining in the saucer. If the room temperature is above 21 ° C, complete the water intake by sprays foliage and place the pot on a saucer filled with clay balls, still wet. As soon as a flower stalk is dry, cut it off with pruning shears or a pair of scissors. If dust has settled on the leaves, a simple damp cloth is sufficient.

You can add fertilizer liquid every fortnight to three weeks, from June to October. If you find that the plant is cramped in its pot or that it only produces leaves, repot it in the spring, taking care to carefully place the roots and lay a bed of drainage (gravel, pebbles or clay balls) in the bottom of the pot. If the root ball is too large, divide it in half and repot both parts.

Use of spathiphyllum

Often alone in a pot, the spathiphyllum is also used in indoor flower arrangements. It is classified in the category of plants called ” depolluting Because it would absorb many volatile substances. In a large container, combine ivy or pilea at its foot to bring a decorative touch with these falling foliage. It will look great in a bathroom or any other damp room.