Japanese name: スパティフィラム Scientific name:Spathiphyllum
[Overview]
An evergreen perennial.
The leaves are simple and alternate, ovate to elliptic, with a glossy upper surface.
The leaves have long petioles.
A spadix is produced at the tip of a long flower stalk, densely bearing many small flowers.
The inflorescence has a white to pale green, leaf-like spathe.
The fruit is a berry.
[Cultivation]
Propagate by division.
It is weak in cold tolerance, so bring it into a warm place indoors in winter.
It prefers partial shade with soil that is well drained and retains water well.
Strong direct sunlight in summer can cause leaf scorch.
For potted plants, water thoroughly from spring to autumn when the soil surface dries, and keep it on the dry side in winter.
For plants in the ground, rainfall is sufficient.
From spring to autumn, apply slow-release fertilizer placed on the soil, or give diluted liquid fertilizer.
Pests and diseases include spider mites.
