Peace Lily
Spathiphyllum wallisii
Malay names: Lili Damai
Popular indoor flowering foliage; adapts well to semi-hydro (LECA) with low EC and indirect light.
🌞 Light & Temperature
Light: Bright indirect light; avoid direct sun
Temperature: 20–32°C
🪴 Container & Medium
Container: Passive hydroculture LECA with inner net pot and outer cachepot; maintain moist but airy roots.
Medium / Solution: Medium: LECA hydroculture; Solution: pH 6.0–6.5, EC 0.6–1.2 mS/cm
💧 Watering / Solution Maintenance
Schedule: Top-up weekly; flush monthly
Top-up: Keep reservoir 1–2 cm below root crown
pH 6.0–6.5; EC 0.6–1.2 mS/cm
🧪 Nutrients
Type: Ornamental foliage nutrient (dilute)
Frequency: Every 3–4 weeks lightly
Dosage/EC: EC 0.6–1.2 mS/cm; pH 6.0–6.5
🍓 Harvest
Start: Blooms after establishment (2–4 months)
Seasonality: Intermittent blooms year-round indoors
Duration: Blooms last several weeks
Harvest Indicators: Spathe open and bright; pollen visible
Tips: Deadhead spent blooms at base to encourage new spikes.
🌱 Propagation
Division of clumps.
🐛 Pests & Diseases
- Mealybugs/scale: Manual removal; neem 0.5%; maintain airflow.
- Root rot: Keep crown above water; flush regularly; avoid high EC.
🌦️ Seasonal Notes (Malaysia)
Thrives in indoor AC/ambient; keep away from hot, sunlit windows.
📝 System Notes
Keep crown dry; avoid stagnant water; rinse LECA first.
💡 Extra Care Tips
- Wipe leaves to remove dust
- Reduce feed in low light
Note
EC and pH are guidelines—adjust to plant response and your water source. In monsoon humidity, increase airflow and reduce overcrowding to limit disease.