Five types of spathiphyllum for growing at home and in the garden

The spathiphyllum plant was described in detail by the botanist G. Wallis in the 19th century. In nature, the culture is located on the shore along various bodies of water, on slightly acidic soil, in the undergrowth of regions with a tropical climate. New breeding varieties, bred since the mid-60s of the last century, attract flower growers with various shades, shapes, sizes, and the presence of a light aroma.

Description

“Women's happiness” is what the common people call spathiphyllum. The culture is part of the araceae family, maintaining foliage all year round. The leaf plates of the flower are oval, elongated, lanceolate, with visible veins, the outer side of the leaf is glossy. The culture has a short stem, creeping along the ground, which gives the impression that spathiphyllum leaves are growing directly from the ground.

A peculiarity of the appearance of the crop during the flowering period is the inflorescence, consisting of an oblong-shaped spadix, covered with tubercles, and a light white bract called the spathe.

Indoor spathiphyllum is represented by hybrid forms of wild varieties of the crop. It is used for landscaping at home, work premises, and in landscape compositions.

On Russian windows there are common species Spathiphyllum Floribundum, Spathiphyllum Wallisii.

Interesting information about the types of spathiphyllum

Spathiphyllum is native to the forest regions of Central and South America. The plant will also grow in the vastness of South Asia and the Philippine Islands. Tropical forests are favorable for the growth and spread of perennials. It willingly settles in undergrowth and swampy lowlands. Lush thickets cover the river banks. Like many tropical plants, spathiphyllum's foliage remains green, maintaining its color and freshness throughout the year.

The flower came to European countries in the first half of the nineteenth century. It was first classified and described by the German botanist and collector Gustav Wallis. “Novichok”, having appeared among house plants, immediately gained great popularity among amateur gardeners. It does not require special care and decorates mini-gardens with beautiful, pleasantly smelling flowers.

The flower of the plant looks quite unusual. Its inflorescence-cob looks like a mast, next to which there is a snow-white petal, reminiscent of a sail filled with wind. Perhaps it is precisely because of this association that the plant is often called the “White Sail”.

The Latin name Spathiphyllum comes from two Greek words that translate as “spread” (spathe) and “leaf” (phyllon).

Description of perennials

The herbaceous perennial has a short rhizome. A rosette of leaves immediately rises from it. The flower does not have a single stem, so the growth of leaf plates begins directly from the ground. The oval leaves of the White Sail are quite large, divided into separate segments by clearly visible veins. The basal leaves are located on petioles, in the middle of which there is a groove for the movement of moisture.

Long peduncles end in peculiar inflorescences consisting of a leaf-spread covering a raised or smooth spadix of yellow and sometimes cream color. For some, the color of the “sail” changes during the growth period from snow-white to dark green or black.

Main types

Among the many shapes and colors of spathiphyllum, classic varieties of the flower stand out, from which breeders have developed numerous hybrid varieties.

profusely blooming

Spathiphyllum Floribundum - with light leaves, the petiole of the plate is about 10 cm. The leaf grows up to 20 cm in length, the young shoots are bright, light in comparison with mature shoots. Peduncles are located above the leaf mass. The perianth is small, the average size is 5 cm, light white. The culture is characterized by long flowering every year.

Nice

Spathiphyllum Blandum is distinguished by the structure of its leaf blade. A large crop growing in Suriname, the leaves are elliptical, veins stand out on the surface of the plate. The length of the leaf reaches 32 cm. The petioles are elongated, proportionate to the leaves, and are attached to the creeping underground stem of the flower.

The bract is equal in length to the leaf; at the end of the peduncle there is an inflorescence of pale yellow color.

Pleasant spathiphyllum blooms regularly; when in favorable home conditions, it is capable of repeated constant flowering.

Cannofolia

Spathiphyllum Cannifolium is characterized by narrow, long leaves (40 cm). The bract is white, the inner side is painted in a greenish tint, up to 22 cm long. The spathe is on average several times larger than the size of the spadix, and is colored yellowish-white. The peculiarity of Spathiphyllum cannofolia is the presence of a pronounced aroma and a modified structure of the cob, which has a smooth structure. In the wild, spathiphyllum is found in tropical forests, as well as in Trinidad, South America.

Spoon-shaped

Spathiphyllum Cochlearispathum was discovered in Brazil. The flower reaches a meter in height, with shiny oblong leaves. The width of the leaf plate is 10-15 cm, length 35-40 cm, the color is emerald green. The petioles of the leaf blades are elongated and can reach 70 cm in length. Spathiphyllum received its name because of the shape of the bedspread, which externally resembles the concave shape of a spoon. The cover is a classic white color; the cob turns dark green as it ripens.

Wallis

Spathiphyllum Wallisii is named after its discoverer, G. Wallis. The culture is considered unpretentious in care, which is why it is widespread. The wild plant became the progenitor of modern varieties of domestic flowers. Spathiphyllum Wallis is small in size, the maximum height is 40 cm, which gives it an advantage for growing in apartment conditions.

A native of Colombia produces oblong leaves. The petioles are flexible; over time, their shape becomes more sinuous, causing the leaves to take an inclined position. The inflorescences are up to 5 cm in length, wrapped in a white or greenish “hood”; as the cob ripens, the veil turns completely green. The ear itself is pale yellow, then turns green.

A characteristic feature of Spathiphyllum Wallis is its long flowering, beginning in spring and ending in autumn.

Heliconifolia

A large variety of spathiphyllum, with rich dark green leaf blades. The plant can grow up to 100-120 cm in height. The leaves are glossy, pleasant, oblong, up to 25 cm wide, up to half a meter long, the edge of the leaf blade has a wavy shape. The inflorescence is large, up to 10 cm, white, darkens during ripening. The spathe is larger than a cob, white, oval.

The petioles are on average a meter long. The plant prefers diffused light, constant sprinkling with warm water, and moderate watering. Capable of growing in a shaded area. These qualities make it possible to grow the crop at home without any problems.

Description of spathiphyllum varieties for breeding

In nature, there are about 45 varieties of “White Sail”. Some of them take root well on the windowsills of apartments, others can be used to decorate a summer cottage or house plot. Some species enjoy special love among the people. Let's list some of them.

Spathiphyllum "Sensation"

This variety is one of the most common. It does not require special maintenance conditions, tolerates moderate lighting well, and feels great on the windowsill of a “northern” window. The popular hybrid variety was bred by Dutch breeders specifically for decorating the interior of residential premises.

An indoor flower can reach one meter. The leaves grow up to 80 centimeters. They are located on elongated petioles. When a leaf grows, it bends slightly under its own weight. Its dark green ruffled edges look very beautiful. When “Sensation” begins to bloom, a long peduncle topped with an inflorescence appears. As it blooms, the pale green leaf of the spathiphyllum gradually darkens and then almost merges with the leaves.

"Cupido"

This variety was created specifically to serve as a room decoration. It reaches a height of 50 centimeters. The wide leaf blades have a rich green color and are located on tall, thick petioles.

During the flowering period, up to ten flower stalks can bloom simultaneously. A yellow cob surrounded by a snow-white blanket pointed at the end looks very effective.

"Alana"

This decorative variety is widely used in the design of offices, housing, verandas and loggias. It has no stem. Reaches a height of 50 centimeters.

Glossy dense leaves are directed upward. The inflorescence spadix is ​​covered by a white leaf of the flower, on the inside of which there is a raised green vein. Gradually, the bract inside changes its color to green. "Alana" usually blooms in April for 3-4 weeks. With proper care, the plant will produce flower stalks twice a year.

"Chopin"

This variety is unpretentious. It not only serves to decorate an office or living space, but also perfectly purifies the air in the room. This species was brought to Europe from South America. There it grew along the banks of forest reservoirs. The shrub is low. It practically has no stem. It appears that the leaf mass begins to grow directly from the soil.

The dense leaves are oval in shape with a slightly pointed top. The short peduncle ends in a white flower-veil, emitting a delicate aroma. This species does not require special conditions of maintenance, therefore it is widely used as a “green decoration” for premises.

"Wallis"

The flower received its name in honor of Gustav Wallis, who was the first to discover spathiphyllum shrubs in tropical forests. Breeders use it to develop new ornamental varieties. The height of the plant does not exceed 40 centimeters. Long, pointed leaves are located on tall petioles.

This species blooms from early spring until late autumn. During this period, the green bush is covered with numerous flowers, the size of each of them does not exceed five centimeters. The white “bedspreads” gradually change their color to a green tint. The white spadix of the flower is smooth. As it ripens, it acquires a cream color, which turns green at the very end of flowering.

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Classification of varieties

These varieties are hybrids of classical crops and real wild plants, intended for growing at home. They are distinguished by increased decorativeness, various shapes and a long flowering period. Plants get their names from the place where the variety originated; some crops are named after great people.

Mauna Loa

Spathiphyllum is native to Colombia. "Mauna Loa" is a crop with an elliptical, concave perianth that protects a tiny ear. The leaves are pointed. The stem is short, underground. Peduncles are located above the foliage, the average shoot length is 22 cm. The flowering period is long, sometimes constant. Cut flowers retain their original appearance for a long time when placed in a container of water.

"Chopin"

Spathiphyllum Chopin is a common crop for landscaping areas and premises for various purposes. The size of the bush reaches 42 cm. The leaf blades are shiny on the outside, the veins are easily visible, the tip forms a sharp spine. Perianth in white tones, elongated.

In the first half of the day, the culture spreads a subtle aroma, making the flower even more attractive to gardeners.

"Domino"

Spathiphyllum Domino is a variegated variety, the leaf blades are colored with whitish-milky, green stripes. To maintain variegated foliage, the crop should be placed in areas where plenty of indirect sunlight is available. When kept in the shade, the leaf blades lose their pattern and become uniformly colored green. “Domino” is a low-growing bush, no more than 30 cm in height, emits a light aroma in the morning, is moisture-loving, and is afraid of drafts.

"Picasso"

Dutch hybrid variegated variety, bred from Spathiphyllum Wallis. Milky shades cover a large area of ​​the leaf plate. Since “Picasso” is a variegated variety, the crop requires careful care and sufficient lighting.

"Sensation"

Tall ornamental bushes (150 cm) with large dark leaves. The size of the leaf plate exceeds 70 cm in length. Large inflorescences of "Sensation" of a dazzling snow-white tone eventually turn greenish. The cob is smooth. Flowers retain their decorative properties for a long time after being cut.

"Sweet Silvio"

A lush hybrid about 75 cm high. The inflorescences have an elegant shape. It is used for multi-level decorative landscaping, placing the crop after miniature varieties, for example, “Strauss”, which grows no higher than 30 cm.

"Alana"

A massive crop half a meter high. The leaves are practically erect and do not droop as they grow. The leaf blade is dense to the touch, green in color. The bract on the back side has a vein that colors the center of the spathe light green.

"Cupido"

'Cupido' is a Spathiphyllum Wallis grown in the Netherlands. The plant has emerald foliage, the inflorescence covers are gracefully concave. The culture is unpretentious in handling and is suitable for beginner flower growers to get acquainted with the flower.

"Verdi"

A medium-sized plant, maximum height 70 cm. The crop is sun-loving, but with prolonged exposure to rays, burns form on parts of the plant. Easy to care for. The temperature regime for keeping “Verdi” in the summer season is 24-27 degrees Celsius, in the winter season – no higher than +16. Does not tolerate drafts or sudden temperature changes. Requires moderate watering.

"Haiti"

A rare variety, fastidious in care, needs timely watering and constant feeding. The bush is not tall, it is a dwarf species, the leaves are slightly drooping, the central vein is light green. Peduncles are standard, rise above the total mass of foliage or are at the same level with it. The bedspread is snow-white. The ear is tuberculate, cream-colored.

Japanese

An undemanding bush with elongated peduncles. Japanese spathiphyllum blooms twice a year; the inflorescences are capable of thinning out a faint, pleasant aroma. The foliage is bright emerald, drooping, with visible veins, the edge of the leaf blade is wavy. The length of the peduncle is 50-70 cm, the spadix is ​​tuberculate, the bract is light, elongated oval, with a noticeable light green vein in the center.

"Sweet Lauretta"

The variety was born in 2001. The bush is lush, the width is almost equal to the height - 80 cm. The flowering period begins a month after the rooting of the petiole. The leaf blades are elliptical, no more than 35 cm long. The cover is large, the size of a palm.

This variety is used as a single plant for landscaping home and other premises.

"Gemini"

A lush variegated variety, leaves with sharp ends have dark and light spots in green tones, the edge of the plate is curved. Demanding of sunlight and care.

"Strauss"

A dwarf variety whose height does not exceed 30 cm. The leaf blades are elongated, the bract is a classic white color. The flowering period occurs twice a year. It looks organic in single and group plantings, tolerates partial shade, and needs diffused lighting.

"Sweet Chico"

The main feature of “Sweet Chico” is the absence of a stem. The height of the crop is about 70 cm. The leaves are large, grow directly from the root, and are located on erect petioles. The outer side of the leaf is glossy, covered with straight veins. Peduncles emerge from the soil mixture. During the flowering period, the bush is abundantly strewn with flower stalks. The spadix is ​​pale, the bract is snow-white, elongated, after a while the color changes to greenish.

Royal

In other words, gigantic. The culture is massive, the maximum height of the royal spathiphyllum is 150 cm. The leaves are elongated, the width is half the length. The leaf blades are thick, rich dark emerald in color, the edges are curved, the front side is shiny. The inflorescence consists of a tuberculate spadix and an oval white perianth.

To size

Based on size criteria, crops are divided into component groups consisting of varieties that meet the requirements of the category.

The most massive representatives: spathiphyllum spoon-shaped, gigantic or royal, variety “Sensation”, heliconifolia. A large, large bush is suitable for any area and premises.

Medium - varieties “Sweet Lauretta”, “Sweet Chico”, “Alana”.

Dwarf or mini varieties of spathiphyllum are specially bred for home use. They are distinguished by the elongated shape of the bush, without drooping leaves. Low-growing varieties are unpretentious in care, rarely get sick, and bloom profusely and for a long time. Miniatures include: Strauss, Haiti, Domino, Chopin and others.

By color

It is widely believed that spathiphyllum inflorescences, in addition to their white color, have a pink or red tint. Actually this is not true. Before buying a “red” rare spathiphyllum, you should understand the classification of the crop.

Dyeing the bedspread is only possible using artificial dyes. In all types of spathiphyllum (hybrid and true), the bract can only become green. Crops that are closely related to the plant have colored perianths. Such a relative is anthurium. The bred varieties allowed anthuriums to have pink, burgundy, and red bracts of different saturations. Externally, the flowers are similar to each other, but in the latter crop it is dense, flat, semicircular in shape, almost completely open, with pronounced veins.

In the West, both plants have a common name - Peace Lily. Therefore, when purchasing a rare specimen, you should carefully examine the plant.

Spathiphyllum - types and varieties

Spathiphyllum - types of flowers, description of what they look like

Domestic representatives of female happiness are divided into several types and varieties.

Variegated spathiphyllum (Domino)

It has dark green foliage with thin long white stripes that are randomly located across its entire surface. The leaves are elliptical in shape with pointed tips. The variety reaches a height of 50 cm. The bract is oval, white in color.

Domino - a common variety of spathiphyllum

Spathiphyllum Gemini

The variety is often confused with the variegated one, but in spathiphyllums Gemini and Domino the difference lies in the color of the leaves. In Gemini they are dark green, with gray or cream spots located next to the veins.

Heliconifolia

A medium-sized variety that can reach one and a half meters in height. The foliage cover has a wavy structure. The surface is glossy dark green. The bract is oval and twice as long as the spadix.

Heliconialeaf species

Large-leaved Spathiphyllum

A large variety of female happiness can reach 70 cm in height. The leaves are voluminous, fleshy, round in shape. When flowering, a pleasant aroma is felt from the buds.

large leaf flower

Variegated (Picasso)

The variety appeared as a result of breeding work on Spathiphyllum Wallis. It received its name for its unusual appearance - there are large white segments on the green leaves.

Additional Information! Picasso was picky about lighting - it should be bright, but diffused.

Picasso indoors

Cannofolia (Rosinolium)

A variety that is very popular among breeders. The leaves are bright green, ovoid in shape. The bedspread is white with a greenish tint. The species is used mainly for breeding new varieties and is rarely grown at home.

cannoleaf flower

Spathiphyllum giant (royal or spoon-shaped)

The spoon-shaped variety can grow up to 1 m. The lance-shaped leaves are quite long - 30-40 cm. The plant has a distinctive feature - the initially yellowish inflorescence becomes black over time.

Spoon-shaped spathiphyllum

Abundantly flowering (Floribunda)

A flower with light green dense leaves. The perianth of spathiphyllum is white and small in size.

Floribunda indoors

Dwarf or mini

The dwarf representative of the genus reaches a height of 9-13 cm. The medium-sized leaves are green in color and have a light vein in the middle. It is easy to care for.

Appearance of the Mini variety

Pleasant (Spathiphyllum Blandum)

The leaves are elliptical with pronounced veins. The bract is the same length as the leaves - about 40 cm; a pale yellow inflorescence is located on the peduncle.

Blandum

Wallis

A flower named after its discoverer. Easy to care for. The bush reaches 40 cm in height, its leaves are long and pointed. Wallis begins to bloom in March and ends in early autumn.

Spathiphyllum bellini

A variety with dense dark green leaves that always look up. The bush maintains a lush shape, is unpretentious in care and has gorgeous flowering.

Bellini blossom

Chopin

One of the most common decorative varieties. The small bush is easy to care for. A pleasant aroma emanates from the flower throughout the entire flowering period.

Chopin variety

Vivaldi

A plant with a shortened rhizome. The flowers grow on tall stalks, white inside, greenish outside. The inflorescence is creamy. The cylindrical shape predominates.

Vivaldi

Mozart

A dwarf variety with small oval-shaped leaves. The shade is dark green. Selection work on the Exot variety made it possible to obtain this variety.

Spathiphyllum Verdi

An indoor plant that grows up to 75 cm. It begins to bloom in March. With proper care it will bloom profusely.

Verdi in different packages

Strauss

A small plant - reaches 30 cm in height. The leaves are leathery, dark green. The inflorescences are initially cream-colored, becoming greenish over time. Flowering continues from spring to autumn.

Strauss

Sebastiano

An evergreen perennial plant with large dense leaves. Reaches a height of 70 cm.

Spathiphyllum Mauna Loa

A flower characterized by elliptical bracts. The foliage is bright. The leaves have a slight pointed edge.

Additional Information! The advantage of the species is its flowering, which practically does not stop all year round.

Mauna Loa

Japanese spathiphyllum

An easy-to-care plant blooms twice a year. The leaves are oval, wavy at the edges. It is recommended to plant in slightly acidic soil.

Sweet Chico

A fast-growing variety with dark green leaves that always point upward. When flowering it produces a pleasant aroma. Does not accept prolonged exposure to solar radiation.

Sweet Chico

Spathiphyllum Quattro

The hybrid species reaches a height of 30 cm. It is distinguished by its ease of care and long flowering. The leaves are oval, light green.

Quattro

Spathiphyllum Alfetta

The tall bush grows up to 90 cm. The leaves are dark green. The oval shape predominates. There is a slight sharpening of the leaves along the edges. It blooms for a long time and produces a pleasant aroma.

It is important to know! The variety has increased humidity requirements, so it is important to follow the watering regime.

Alfetta

Cupido

Due to its decorative appearance, Spathiphyllum Cupido is often used inside various interiors. It has bright green, showy foliage.

Spathiphyllum Haiti (Caiti)

A rare variety of short stature (about 30 cm). The leaf blades are dark green with a light stripe in the middle. Proper care requires timely and regular watering and fertilizing.

Haiti

Tango

A medium-sized plant, reaches 50 cm in height. The leaves are glossy, pointed at the edges, and have a dark green tint. The bedspreads are white with a small greenish area on top.

Additional Information! There are many types of decorative spathiphyllums: Cavalli, Alana, Yess. They are practically not grown in Russia.

How to choose?

On the shelves of flower shops, all the flowers look healthy and attract attention. However, external appearances can be deceiving; you should not take the first flower pot you come across.

Let's figure out what you should pay attention to.

• Leaves. Leaf blades of a healthy crop do not have mechanical or other damage or defects, and are evenly colored green, with the exception of variegated varieties. There are no spots of any color, the leaf is dense, juicy, glossy.
• Shoots and inflorescences. Petioles, peduncles, cobs, perianths are not damaged. The shoots are dense to the touch. Cob covers without signs of wilting or dry tips.
• The soil. Be sure to inspect the ground in which the plant is located. You can slightly pull the crop up from the temporary pot to inspect the condition of the root system and how filled the earthen ball is with roots. The soil should not emit unpleasant odors or be flooded. The surface layers of the soil should not contain traces of mold, insect activity - cobwebs, “fluffy” deposits.

Step-by-step instruction

Home care

1. The pot can be selected from any material.
   You can use concrete tubes, including those made by yourself. Advice ! With each transplant, the pot or other container should be only 1 - 2 cm larger than the previous planting pot. Red spathiphyllum does not like pots that are too large.
2. This variety does not tolerate direct sunlight.
   The lighting should be bright, but not strong. In winter, artificial lamps are connected. And in summer, if the pots are installed on the south side, additional shading of the windows is required. It is important to avoid areas with direct cold air from an air conditioner or fan. Spathiphyllum red is afraid of drafts.
3. Watering, moderate in autumn and winter, but increased in summer, especially in the heat.
   The air temperature should not exceed 30 -32°C. Spraying or wiping the leaves with a damp sponge will reduce the temperature of the flower by 3 - 4 °C. The flower is heat-loving, the optimal temperature for normal growth and development is 18 – 22°C. Strong drops in temperature can provoke diseases; red spathiphyllum may stop flowering. After watering, the water in the pan should not stagnate, as this can cause rot of the roots and leaves.
4. This tropical flower does not require special pruning. When replanting, it is advisable to cut out the lateral shoots to preserve the size of the leaves and good flowering. Also, after the red spathiphyllum blooms, it is recommended to cut the peduncle to the very base, thus a new bud will soon form.
5. Spathiphyllum red requires loose, slightly acidic soil. Swampy, heavy soils are detrimental to it.

   
   You can prepare the soil mixture yourself:

   • 2 parts of turf and leaf soil;

   1 tsp sour peat, coarse sand;

6. some crushed charcoal;
7. brick chips;
8. 2 – 3 granules of mineral fertilizers;
9. pieces of pine bark.

The drainage base performs a breathable function and prevents water stagnation.

It is better for beginning flower growers to purchase a substrate in the store; for this variety, a universal mixture for aroid or tropical flowers is suitable.

Top dressing

Spathiphyllum red requires special attention to fertilization and additional nutrition . The flower is fertilized in the spring with mineral fertilizers - 1 - 2 g per 1 liter of water. Young flowers are fed once every 2–3 weeks. Doses should be weak. It is enough to fertilize an adult flower once a month. In winter, when at rest, the amount of fertilizer is reduced.

Attention ! Liquid fertilizers are used when spraying - this perfectly complements root feeding.

Nitrogen fertilizers are useful for growing bush greenery. For the density and brightness of flowering, potassium-phosphorus fertilizers in a 1:1 ratio are preferred. You can fertilize the soil with organic fertilizers - diluted bird droppings, etc.

Transfer

Transplantation of red spathiphyllum is usually carried out after flowering , after 2 - 3 weeks. The young flower is replanted every year 3–4 times.

The safest and most reliable method of transplantation is the transshipment method.

Transplant procedure:

1. Drainage is laid out at the bottom with a layer of 2 cm.
2. The flower is carefully removed along with the previously soaked earthen lump.
3. The bush is transplanted into a new pot, the voids are filled with a specially prepared mixture.
4. Compact with a spatula and water generously.
5. Stop watering for 2-3 days; just spray the leaves.

Reproduction

In greenhouses, spathiphyllums can be propagated by sowing seeds . Any propagation procedure is carried out in the spring. For the hybrid red spathiphyllum, the method of propagation by dividing the bush is more suitable:

1. The substrate soaks well.
2. The flower is removed.
3. The roots are cleaned of dry and infected fragments.
4. The cut areas are powdered with charcoal.
5. The bush is divided directly - the shoots are separated.
6. Each part of the new seedling should have 2 - 3 rosettes and a healthy part of the root.
7. Drainage is laid out at the bottom.
8. The seedling is lowered, covered with substrate, and lightly compacted.
9. Watering required.

Propagation of red spathiphyllum is usually combined with replanting - every spring for the first 5 years, then as necessary, if the root grows excessively.

Beautiful examples

In residential premises, culture acts as a decorative item. Plants are planted in snow-white pots of various geometric shapes, emphasizing the color of the bracts and highlighting the rich tone of the foliage.

Flowers can be planted in groups in wide planting containers. This method is used to visually divide space into zones in residential and office premises, as a decoration for various massive interior items: dining tables, chests of drawers, and so on.

In landscape design, spathiphyllums act as a border or flower arrangement. They require high-quality soil drainage, its composition and care as the plant grows.

An overview of the types of spathiphyllum is presented in the following video.

Spathiphyllum is a stemless perennial from the tropics. Most flowers similar to spathiphyllum belong to the araceae family. This group includes decorative foliage and beautiful flowering plants.

Description and photo of plants similar to spathiphyllum

Indoor flowers of the Aronia family attract attention with large leaves of an original shape and often of an unusual color. Many of them bloom beautifully with peculiar cobs, covered with a leaf-spread of various shades.

Anthurium

Anthurium is a plant with a very impressive appearance. Anthurium leaves are large, leathery, cut or whole. The leaf size ranges from several centimeters to one meter in length. The leaves have a velvety sheen and a silvery sheen on the veins. The leaves of some types of anthurium are decorated with an ornamental pattern created by veins.

The flowers of the plant are extremely beautiful and original in shape. They are collected in an inflorescence-cob of a tubular or tail-shaped form. The spadix is ​​shrouded in a pink or red bract. In some species the spathe is light green or bluish-blue.

Calla

Calla is a herbaceous perennial native to South Africa that blooms in winter or early spring with elegant and even dainty flowers on elongated peduncles. The inflorescence is a spadix covered with a leaf-spread, gracefully wrapped around.

The shade of the bedspread is varied: yellow, white, lilac, pinkish, blue, purple and even blue-black. In most varieties, the color of the spathe is iridescent, from darker at the base to lighter closer to the edge.

Alocasia

Alocasia is a rare exotic plant native to the tropics of Southeast Asia. In indoor conditions it practically does not bloom, therefore it is classified as an ornamental deciduous plant. Alocasia leaves are oval, with sharp tips and clearly defined veins of contrasting color. There are varieties with striped leaves.

The length of the leaf reaches the plant 50 centimeters, and the height is 150 centimeters. In the wild, alocasia can grow up to 3 meters in height and produce leaves up to 1 meter in diameter. In natural conditions, alocasia is a plant with white flowers that have a delicate aroma. Small flowers are collected in neat inflorescences of pale pink color.

Aglaonema

Aglaonema is an indoor ornamental foliage plant from China, India or Southeast Asia. The shape of the foliage and flowering of aglaonema is similar to spathiphyllum. But the color of the leaves of Aglaonema is variegated, and the inflorescence-cob is covered not with white, but with a greenish blanket. The ears of the plant are thin, cylindrical or thick, club-shaped.

The height of agloanema reaches 70 centimeters. There are six types of plants grown at home: curly, painted, ribbed, changeable, moderate and shiny. The shape of the leaves of the plant is lanceolate or oblong. The color is reddish, green with stripes and spots.

Monstera

Monstera is a perennial herbaceous vine with thick stems and large leaves with spectacular holes. The young leaves of Monstera are whole; slits appear on them only as the plants grow. At home, the length of the leaves reaches 30-40 centimeters; in natural conditions it can be much longer.

By nature, Monstera is a vine, but at home it is grown as a plant with erect stems. Monstera flowering indoors is very rare. The flower is a spadix covered with a snow-white blanket, but it can only be seen in its natural environment.

Caladium

Caladium is a plant common in Brazil, South and Central America. The main advantage of this plant is its highly decorative leaves of various colors.

The leaves contain shades of red, pink, green, yellow-green, and white. The leaf plate is decorated with various veins, a contrasting edging along the edge or an impressive mesh.

Caladium flowers are inconspicuous: small cobs collected in small inflorescences. The cobs are covered with a white blanket.

Whitewing

Marsh calla lily (marsh calla) is a conspicuous inhabitant of lake shores and wetlands. The natural habitat of the plant is the climatic zone of the Northern Hemisphere. The height of the whitewing is from 15 to 50 centimeters. The plant is unpretentious, and if there is enough moisture, it can live even at sub-zero temperatures.

Whitewing leaves are wide at the core and pointed at the ends. The surface of the leaf plate is smooth, shiny, with prominent silver veins. Leaves are formed directly from the rhizome. Their length is from 5 to 11 centimeters.

The whitewing flower grows from the leaf axils. It is a vertical ear of yellow-green color with a snow-white inside and green outside covering leaf.

Eucharis

Eucharis (or Amazon lily) is a plant of the amaryllis family. Its leaves are completely identical to spathiphyllum, and until the moment of flowering these two plants can be completely confused. But the flowering of the two plants is completely different.

Eucharis blooms with snow-white bells, collected in inflorescences of 4-5 pieces. They are located on a tall peduncle rising from the center of a leaf rosette. Skilled flower growers achieve flowering of eucharis twice a year.

The flowers are large, 10 centimeters in diameter. Snow-white petals are pointed at the tips. In the center of the flower there is a greenish-yellow crown with a jagged edge, which gives the flower a resemblance to a daffodil.

Aspidistra

Aspidistra is an alien from the shady subtropical forests of Japan and southern China. In Russia it has long been grown as a houseplant. Aspidistra achieves high decorativeness due to the large number of leaves, wide at the base and pointed at the tips, growing directly from the soil.

The color of the leaves of the plant is dark or light green, in some species with longitudinal cream stripes.

The flowers of the plant are quite modest: they resemble small dark purple spiders located almost at the base of the leaves. They appear on the plant only in conditions as close as possible to natural ones.

It is quite difficult to achieve such compliance with the tropical climate in indoor conditions, so aspidistra flowering is a rare occurrence.

Spathiphyllum was first discovered and described by the German botanist and enthusiast Gustav Wallis back in the 19th century. The plants that attracted the attention of the scientist are still common in Colombia and other countries in the region. Many spathiphyllums can be seen along the swampy shores of reservoirs, in the undergrowth of tropical rainforests.

The plant, which came to the USA and Europe, attracted the attention of flower growers. As an indoor plant, spathiphyllum has become well known throughout the world. But breeding work to develop new varieties and hybrids began relatively recently, only in the mid-60s of the last century.

The appearance of plants suitable for growing indoors:

• dwarf and impressive sizes;
• with leaves of various shapes and colors;
• having a pleasant smell;
• capable of blooming for a long time and almost constantly, caused a serious increase in interest in the culture.

Today, amateur flower growers have dozens of varieties of spathiphyllum at their disposal, photos of which allow them to constantly be amazed at the diversity of nature.

Anthurium - why it is called “male happiness”

According to the superstition, the plant must be “planted” in the house by male persons in order to be successful. Note that the influence of anthurium on men is predominantly amorous:

• For a man who has not yet found a life partner, the plant can help him find his soulmate.
• We recommend purchasing a flower for those whose relationship with their wife has become difficult. Anthurium will bring new exciting events to the family!
• Helps improve mood, drive away sad thoughts and help overcome stressful situations.

My anthurium, which is also called “Male Happiness”
An important property of the plant is that it will help increase “male strength”. If you believe it, the flower can help those who have problems in this area.

The plant predicts only positive things for both female and male persons. According to Feng Shui, red houseplants will bring wealth to their owners. The scarlet stipule and the yellow cone combine in a particularly “money” way. Remember! Surround the anthurium with care and careful care so that it “works for the good” of its owner. The better the health of this plant, the more positive impact it will have on your home.

Features and photo of spathiphyllum flower

Spathiphyllum, like many plants living in tropical and subtropical zones, does not shed its leaves all year round, remaining green and attractive. The leaves of the plant are quite large, elongated-lanceolate, with depressed veins and a glossy surface.

Since spathiphyllum has practically no stem, or it is very shortened and spreads along the ground, the leaves rise directly from the ground. And during the flowering period, graceful peduncles with white bracts surrounding a white or yellowish cob rise above the plants. Contrary to popular belief, the photo shows not a spathiphyllum flower, but its inflorescence. But small flowers collected in a cob have neither petals nor external attractiveness.

Therefore, during the course of evolution, the plant acquired a white and then green bract. It is like a flag, attracting the attention of insects. Today, botanists know more than four dozen species of spathiphyllum. Only a few varieties are used as indoor crops and for landscaping. The most common inhabitants of window sills are plants belonging to the species Spathiphyllum Floribundum and Wallisii.

Differences from spathiphyllum

Beginner gardeners often confuse drimiopsis with spathiphyllium (the second name for the flower is female happiness). Externally, these plants are very similar in leaves (especially in the winter season). Since in winter, before the dormant period, spots disappear on the leaf blades. Also, spots may disappear in poor lighting in the room, or if the plant is placed in the back of the room, where there is not enough sunlight.

The main difference between spathiphyllum and drimiopsis is the flowers. In Drimiopsis they are small and collected in brushes of 10-30 pieces. And Spathiphyllum blooms more spectacularly. It blooms with large white flowers that look like a sail. In addition, drimiopsis leaves are much smaller.

Inexperienced gardeners can distinguish both of these plants from each other only during the flowering period. Unlike spathiphyllum, drimiopsis blooms with inconspicuous small flowers collected in spike-shaped inflorescences.

Attention : spathiphyllum is a poisonous plant. If the juice from the leaves gets on the mucous membrane or skin, people experience allergic reactions in the form of burning, itching, and redness.

As can be seen from all of the above, drimiopsis is completely unpretentious in care. If you provide this plant with suitable conditions, it will delight you with beautiful leaves and fragrant flowers for a long time.

Spathiphyllum profusely blooming

The light green leaves of Spathiphyllum Floribundum are quite dense, with a clearly visible central vein and a thin petiole up to 10 cm long.

The leaf itself reaches a length of 20 cm, and young foliage is brighter and lighter than mature foliage. Peduncles can rise 15–20 cm above the leaves. The perianth is white, small compared to other species, only 4–8 cm long and no more than 3 cm wide. A distinctive feature of the species is long-term year-round flowering.

Spathiphyllum pleasant

If you compare pleasant spathiphyllum or Spathiphyllum Blandum with the previous representative of the genus, the difference in the shape and structure of the leaves is immediately noticeable. This large spathiphyllum, growing in the wild in Suriname, has oblong elliptical leaves with clearly visible depressed veins. The length of one leaf reaches 30 cm. The petiole is the same size, attached to the underground creeping stem of the plant.

A greenish, up to 20 cm long bract and inflorescence-cob is located at the top of a short peduncle. Flowers appear regularly, and with proper care the plant blooms constantly.

Reproduction of spathiphyllum

Reproduction occurs by dividing the bush and seeds. It is very convenient to perform this procedure during transplantation. You need to divide the plant very carefully so as not to damage anything, otherwise the cuttings will not take root.

Seeds

A rather advantageous feature of red spathiphyllum is that it can be grown from seeds. However, in order for them to form, it will be necessary to take care of this initially.

It is necessary to carry out the process of pollination of flowers. It involves the transfer of pollen from one flower to another. To perform this operation, you will need a swab with a cotton tip or a brush with a certain softness. Pollination manipulations should be repeated several times over several days. Patient housewives will wait for the formation of colorful berries 10-11 months after the operation. However, in this matter you should still be patient until the seeds form.

To do this, the seeds need to be removed from the berries and washed under running water. Then you should make a 0.1% solution of potassium permanganate. Seeds are sent into it to prevent mold from growing on them. They should remain in the solution for 2 hours.

Since the seeds lose their ability to germinate within a short time, they must be sent to a shallow container, the bottom of which is covered with slightly damp foam rubber. The top of the vessel should be covered with a plastic bag or glass lid. After germination, the seeds need to be planted. This procedure must be performed 3 or 4 times. Picking is done in a high-quality soil mixture. Seedlings should be placed at a distance of 1.5 cm from each other each time.

After the seedling reaches 7-8 cm, you need to transplant it one last time. A vessel with a volume of 0.2 liters will be suitable for the flower. With proper care, the seedling will begin to actively grow and will require another transplant in 11-12 months.

Dividing the bush

The resulting cuttings should not have wilted leaves: they should be cut off immediately. If there are no roots when dividing, then the plant should be placed in water for 3 weeks and wait until it takes root. The length of the roots should be at least 2-3 cm, then the plant can be planted in the soil. If you do not need the plant to grow too much, then on the division you need to leave one growth point and a rhizome.

It is better to divide at a warm air temperature: +20-21 °C.

Make sure that each rhizome has several leaves: at least 2-3. The delenka needs to be planted in a pot whose diameter will be 15 cm, no more. The pot must first be filled with the substrate described above. Carefully observe all proportions. Some gardeners also recommend the following substrate: leaf soil, coniferous soil, a layer of humus, peat and sand. The ratio is as follows: 2:2:2:2:1.

Spathiphyllum cannofolia

The Spathiphyllum Cannifolium plant has the densest and narrowest leaves of all related species, up to 40 cm long.

The front side of the bract is white, and the “back side” has a pronounced green tint. The length of the spathe of this large, attractive plant is 10–22 cm. This is twice the size of the white or yellowish cob. The peculiarities of the species are that the inflorescences have a pronounced aroma, and the cob itself is not tuberous, but smooth. In nature, plants of this species can be found in the tropical forests of South America, as well as in Trinidad.

Spathiphyllum diseases and their treatment

Spider mites are one of the most dangerous pests, which, as a rule, appear on foliage (on the lower part). It processes the leaves with its web. Soon the leaves begin to dry. It is necessary to immediately act on the mite, since delay and initiation of the disease is dangerous for the plant. The first thing to do is wash the plant with soapy water and remove all the cobwebs first. More radical measures - insecticides, ground sulfur. After treatment, be sure to wash the flower with just warm water.

Some gardeners give this recipe for spider mites: pour 100 grams of onion peel with five liters of water and leave for several days (at least five).

• Aphid. Aphids also settle on the lower parts of leaves. She feeds on the juice of the flower. As a result, the leaves dry out and curl. Aphids can be black, green or gray. A huge disadvantage is that it multiplies very quickly. Therefore, measures to combat it must be taken immediately. To do this, you need to treat the plant with nicotine sulfate. The ratio is: one gram of product per liter of water. A soap solution is also used to fight. During the procedure, the soil in the pot can be covered with plastic wrap. It is not always possible to destroy aphids the first time, so the treatment can be repeated if necessary.
• Shield. The young scale insect is practically invisible, but it reproduces quickly. The disease can be recognized by dark spots on the leaves and stems of the flower. This is precisely what defeat consists of. You can get rid of scale insects using a soap and tobacco solution. You need to wipe the affected areas of the plant with it. Kerosene is also added to the solution. After this treatment, you need to wash the plant with soapy water and insecticides.
• Mealybug . Spathiphyllum is often affected by mealybugs. It appears from excessive dampness and hides between the leaves. Therefore, you need to regularly inspect the plant. If there are not too many insects, then simply soak a cloth in alcohol and remove them. In case of total infection, you need to treat the plant with Actellik. Some gardeners use an infusion of citrus peels to combat scale insects. However, insecticides help better than other means. If the action of insecticides is not effective, then their concentration needs to be increased.

Spalyphyllum spoon-shaped

Another interesting variety of spathiphyllum was discovered in Brazil. This is Spathiphyllum Cochlearispathum - a plant that grows up to a meter in height and has thin, shiny, elliptical leaves. With a width of 12–15 cm, the length of one rich green leaf reaches 30–40 cm. Moreover, the petioles are also very long and can grow up to 70 cm.

The species received its name due to the white spathe that maintains its concave shape, which becomes densely green as the cob matures.

Spathiphyllum Wallis

This type of spathiphyllum, named after its discoverer and cultural champion G. Wallis, is the most unpretentious and therefore the most widespread today. The wild-growing spathiphyllum Wallis or Spathiphyllum Wallisii has become the basis for breeding work actively carried out in the world, and has presented lovers of indoor plants with a lot of the most interesting and popular varieties.

Plants of the species are small. Most of them reach a height of only 30–40 cm, which is an undeniable advantage at home. Unlike the species already described, the native of Colombia produces elongated, pointed leaves up to 24 cm in length. The petioles are flexible, long, and bend over time, and the leaves on them bend.

The inflorescences of this species do not exceed 3–5 cm in length, and the white or greenish blankets covering them become completely green as the cob develops. The spadix of the opened spathiphyllum flower is almost white or cream, and then also turns green. This species is characterized by seasonal flowering - from spring to autumn.

Over the past years, the work of breeders has brought good results, and now gardeners are familiar with not only the species found in the wild, but also spectacular varieties and hybrids of spathiphyllum.

A number of varieties, including plants of hybrid origin, can be found in flower shops today. The large spathiphyllum Mauna Loa, named after the volcano in Hawaii, is known throughout the world. The Sensation variety is also very decorative, and photos of Domino spathiphyllum invariably attract attention, thanks to the unusual variegated foliage of the plant.

How to care for a plant at home

Any plant, even the most unpretentious one, requires attention. Care includes watering, placement, fertilizing, and pest control. In order for a “snow-white sail” to bloom on the windowsill, follow a few basic rules.

"Women's happiness" refers to shade-tolerant plants. In their homeland, they grow in the lowest layer of the tropical forest. Therefore, the plant has no special “complaints” about the lack of lighting. The flower feels great on western or eastern windows, where it is not threatened by the scorching rays of the sun. If you put a perennial in a dark place, it will not die, but it will stop blooming. And the leaves will take on a more elongated shape and become small.

What should the temperature be?

The rainforest guest grows well at room temperature, which suits it optimally.

You should not leave the flower on a cold windowsill in winter. This can lead to diseases of the root system. To prevent this from happening, you need to place a circle cut out of foam plastic or other “insulation” under the bottom of the pot. If the temperature in the room is constantly at 15˚C or lower, you may not expect flowering. You should not keep the plant in drafts, as this can lead to slower growth or death.

Optimal humidity level

Excessively dry air is harmful to large green leaves. Humidity is maintained by constantly spraying the leaves. In winter, this procedure is done three times a week. In the warm season - twice a day.

In the office, flower pots are best placed on pallets filled with wet pebbles. To maintain humidity, moistened expanded clay is also used as a filler. Particular attention is paid to “Women’s Happiness” during the hottest summer months, when the indoor air heats up to 35˚C.

How to water correctly

Spathiphyllum is a moisture-loving flower. The soil should always be slightly moist. You cannot use cold or warm water for irrigation - it must be at room temperature.

Water must be settled or collected when it rains. Too hard or chlorinated water can damage the plant. Excess liquid is drained from the pan; it should not stagnate there.

Do I need to feed

You can buy fertilizer for flowering plants at a flower shop. The application of mineral fertilizers will give regular abundant flowering.

When the “white sails” open, fertilizing needs to be done twice. At other times, when spathiphyllum is at rest - once a month. Sometimes organic fertilizers are used.

How to replant

After the plant is delivered from the store, it should be moved to another, larger pot. This is usually done two to three weeks after purchase. We must not forget to monitor the soil during this period. If the top layer dries out, watering is required.

“White Sail” perfectly accepts both the transplantation process itself and its new place. Young specimens should be replanted once a year. A mature plant is replanted only when the root system begins to fill the drainage holes. Each time a larger pot is chosen. The soil should be loose and fertile.

To obtain the optimal composition, mix

• Leaf soil;
• Sand;
• Peat;
• A small amount of black soil;
• Sod land.

The main condition for replanting is that you cannot use too “heavy” soil. This can cause moisture to accumulate in the roots. Be sure to do drainage. You can add sphagnum moss to the soil, this will prevent it from drying out often.

Spathiphyllum Mauna Loa

A beautiful plant with a white wide elliptical bract, gracefully concave and covering a cream-colored spadix. Bright green, pointed leaves are held on 10-centimeter-long petioles and grow from a shortened, sometimes underground stem. Short, up to 5 cm, ears are located on high 25-centimeter peduncles.

The homeland of this spectacular plant is Colombia, from where the first samples of Spathiphyllum Wallis were exported. Mauna Loa blooms for a long time or almost constantly, the inflorescences can be cut, in this form they remain fresh for up to a month.

Spathiphyllum Chopin

One of the most popular and useful varieties of Chopin spathiphyllum, Spathiphyllum Chopin, is a universal, unpretentious plant for decorating residential interiors and landscaping offices and public buildings. The plant copes well with the task of absorbing harmful substances in the air. At the same time, the bush is very small and barely reaches 35–40 cm in height.

This variety of spathiphyllum has deep green, shiny leaves with depressed veins and pointed ends. The perianth is elongated, white, with a green tip and veins.

In addition, in the first half of the day a subtle aroma spreads from the plant, which undoubtedly adds attractiveness to the crop in the eyes of gardeners.

Photo of spathiphyllum Domino

Just one photo of Domino spathiphyllum is sure to evoke enthusiastic responses and interest from indoor plant lovers. Spathiphyllum Domino is a rare plant with brightly variegated foliage with numerous white streaks and spots.

At the same time, the plant is very compact and does not exceed 35 cm in height. Like all similar varieties, the variegated variety feels great in sufficiently lit windows. Under direct rays, it may lose its attractiveness and begin to wither. Therefore, Domino requires a shading screen, good watering and no drafts. In the morning, the plant pampers the owner with an aroma, the intensity of which decreases in the midday hours.

Spathiphyllum Picasso

Based on Spathiphyllum Wallis, Dutch breeders obtained a variegated variety that is even more interesting than Domino. Its white color occupies entire sectors of the leaf plate. Spathiphyllum Picasso is a godsend for gardeners who do not have the opportunity to painstakingly care for plants and who love unusual crops.

The plant, like all spathiphyllums, is unpretentious and demanding only in terms of lighting, which should be bright, but not scorching. A special feature of this variety is the variegated color of not only the foliage, but also the graceful perianth with a pointed tip.

Spathiphyllum care

Spathiphyllum is surprisingly unpretentious; it has only one main requirement - moisture. And then large decorative leaves will delight you for years!

Temperature

Spathiphyllum does not tolerate frosts and cold snaps, and its ideal temperature is about 22 degrees. If the thermometer drops to 10 degrees or lower, the plant begins to rot and dies. It is better not to lower the temperature below 18, and in winter - below 16 degrees.

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The soil

Spathiphyllum is planted in ordinary soil mixtures for indoor deciduous flowers. You can mix the soil yourself from turf or deciduous soil, sand, peat and humus in equal proportions.

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Lighting

Spathiphyllum is a tropical visitor to our latitudes, so naturally it loves sunlight. It’s better to place flowerpots on southern windows or purchase fluorescent lamps in advance. The flower will also grow in the shade, but the bush will not be as thick and large and will not be able to bloom normally.

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Watering

Be sure to moisturize not only the soil, but also the leaves of the plant. Spathiphyllum needs constant spraying and high humidity in the room. To maintain a stable regime, place the flowerpot on a tray with fine wet expanded clay. In the summer heat, a warm shower will not be amiss, because even with regular spraying 2-3 times a day, the leaves dry out.

Water the flower only with pre-settled water that has stood for at least a day. In winter, you can reduce the frequency a little, but the expanded clay in the pan should still be wet. In the case of spathiphyllum, there is practically no risk of overdoing it with watering, but if something goes wrong, you will immediately notice it by the dark spots on the leaves.

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Fertilizers and fertilizing

Regular feeding is an obligatory companion of spathiphyllum from the beginning of spring to mid-autumn. A flower with such dense foliage and a large spathe requires a lot of minerals. For feeding, use low concentration solutions and alternate mineral fertilizers with mullein. In winter, feed the flowerpot once a month or refuse fertilizers altogether.

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Flowering and pruning

During flowering, the plant requires even more intensive watering than usual. But it is fundamentally important that water from a watering can or sprayer does not get on the cob and the blanket. When the spathiphyllum fades towards the end of summer, be sure to cut the peduncle as close to the rhizome as possible.

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Transplantation and propagation

Spathiphyllum propagates like most indoor flowerpots - by cuttings or division. In the first case, use wet sand for rooting and water it regularly until a full-fledged root system appears. After this, the flower can be transplanted into a separate pot with soil mixture.

In the second case, divide the rhizome into several parts during transplantation and plant it in different flowerpots. Each part must have at least one “stem” and 2-3 leaves. Spathiphyllum is replanted when the lush bush no longer fits in its pot. At this time, it needs even more watering and spraying, and a stable high temperature.

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Spathiphyllum cupido

The Dutch nursery Cupido specializes in domestic varieties of spathiphyllum. Eri this plant has become well known in the world. Compact Spathiphyllum Wallis, grown by specialists from the Netherlands, has earned the name Spathiphyllum Cupido.

Plants with bright green leaves and gracefully curved blankets of inflorescences will decorate any interior. When caring for them, they will show themselves to be non-capricious and flexible pets.

Spathiphyllum Sensation

This spathiphyllum hybrid can easily be considered one of the most decorative and spectacular. Spathiphyllum Sensation bushes can reach one and a half meters in height. This makes the variety one of the largest among existing indoor varieties.

The plant has large attractive leaves of a dark, shiny color and a length of 40 to 80 cm. The large inflorescences of Spathiphyllum Sensation also greatly benefit from other similar varieties. Only appearing above the foliage, the perianths are white. Then they gradually turn green and merge into the general background. The ear is large, smoother than that of other plants. At the same time, the spathiphyllum flower, as in the photo, lasts for a very long time.

Among other tall varieties of spathiphyllum, one should note Sweet Silvio, a hybrid origin with graceful inflorescences and lush bushes up to 75 cm high. Against the background of this large variety, Strauss spathiphyllum plants, 30 cm in height, look especially miniature.

Spathiphyllum red

Sometimes you can hear that nurseries offer spathiphyllums with red or pink bracts. However, before you succumb to a tempting offer and rush to purchase a rare flower, it is worth understanding the classification.

A white bedspread can only become colored under the influence of chemicals artificially introduced from the peduncle. Under natural conditions, the bract can only turn green. And yet there are plants that are closely related to spathiphyllum and have colored perianth. These are anthuriums well known to gardeners. Thanks to breeders, depending on the variety, they are able to please the owner with scarlet, burgundy, pink and almost white covers of inflorescences.

Spathiphyllum and anthurium have many common morphological features. Therefore, in the West, the common name is applied to plants - peace lily. By the way, if spathiphyllum is considered a talisman of female happiness, then anthurium is the embodiment of male well-being and strength. Although we have not yet managed to obtain red spathiphyllum, these plants can become a good pair and complement each other on the windowsill.

Pests and diseases

The appearance of pests or gross violations of the conditions of keeping red spathiphyllum can lead to a deterioration in its appearance and internal condition.

We offer a video about diseases and pests of anthurium: