Is the peace lily suitable for keeping in the bedroom?
The peace lily (Spathiphyllum) is a perennial herbaceous plant, with emerald green leaves and pure white flowers; the overall form of the plant looks very elegant, and it is a highly ornamental herbaceous plant. Because the peace lily is toxic, many friends believe that the peace lily cannot be kept in the bedroom. Is that really so? Let's take a look together below!
Can a peace lily be placed in the bedroom?
A peace lily can be placed in the bedroom. The peace lily flower is extremely ornamental; no matter which space it is placed in, it appears upright, graceful and elegant, and this appearance is most suitable for decorating the home. Moreover, the peace lily flower can also effectively filter waste from the room, and can effectively absorb ammonia, acetone, benzene and formaldehyde. In addition, the surface of the peace lily is non-toxic; the toxin exists only in the sap, and as long as you do not touch the sap, you will not be poisoned. So placing a peace lily flower in the bedroom is a very good choice.
What effects does the peace lily have?
1. The peace lily can filter benzene, trichloroethylene and formaldehyde from the air, which is of great help to human health, especially for newly renovated houses.
2. The peace lily can suppress the waste gas exhaled by the human body, prevent dryness of the nasal mucosa, and greatly reduce the possibility of illness. Its help to people's bodies can be said to be direct and also very great, which is also an important reason why many people choose to keep it.
How to grow a peace lily
1. Watering: The peace lily has a relatively high demand for water, and the potting soil must often be kept moist, but overwatering must also be avoided. Once too much water is given, a large amount of water accumulates in the pot, which easily causes root rot and the plant to turn yellow and wither. In addition, note that in summer and during drought, water should often be sprayed on the leaves and the ground to increase air humidity, so that its growth is favored.
2. Light: The peace lily is relatively shade-tolerant, so it is suitable for growing in a semi-shady environment, and direct sunlight must be strictly avoided. According to experiments, about 60% scattered light can meet the growth needs of the peace lily, so it can be kept year-round indoors in a spot with bright scattered light. If it is placed under strong light, the leaves will turn yellow, and it may even be directly sunburned.
3. Temperature: The peace lily likes high temperatures and is especially afraid of cold. The most suitable growth temperature is 20-28°C. Once winter comes, it must be brought indoors. The lowest temperature it can withstand is 10°C, so attention must be paid in winter. Therefore, relatively speaking, growing conditions in the north are too poor; if the peace lily is placed at low temperatures for a long time, it will cause root rot, leaf drop or scorched yellow leaves, and in serious cases may even lead to death.
4. Potting soil: Potting soil is the foundation of cultivation. During the growth period, the peace lily's potting soil should often be kept moist, but water accumulation in the pot must be avoided. Long-term water accumulation in the potting soil will cause root rot and the plant to turn yellow and wither. If such a thing happens, take it out of the pot, then dry it, and put it back in again.
5. Diseases and pests: Diseases and pests are a common problem of home-grown plants, and they can be avoided as long as care is proper.