The Spathiphyllum is a delightful houseplant, of Colombian origin, which is classified as a herbaceous perennial with persistent leaves oblong shape sharp and bright green color. The leaves of this plant are quite consistent and petiolate. The Spathyphyllum wallisii generates particular inflorescences consist of a long-white spathe, which is coiled around the white flowers. These little flowers have the ability to resist for a long time (several weeks) to become, then, a green before finally withering. To keep a plant thriving is always advisable to remove all the damaged leaves and withered flowers. This kind of plant is very delicate, therefore, should always keep in the apartment, because it fears the cold, with minimum temperatures (night) over 12 ° / 15 ° C. All'annaffiatura on the other hand, it is advisable to water regularly (at least 3 times a week), while leaving the soil to dry out between watering and the next. To be avoided is the direct exposure of Spathiphyllum with the sun, but it is better to keep it in bright environments and to avoid significant changes in temperature. The
Spathyphyllum wallisii prefer a soil rich and soft, made of garden soil with soil heath, land of leaves and little sand. In addition, for the proper development of the plant is advisable to use a pot large enough so that with the growth of new leaves, there is more space.
Article written by Melody Laurin
