Giant Peace Lily

Giant peace lily is a large tropical perennial with glossy, dark-green leaves and white spathes surrounding a central spadix. This exact species, Spathiphyllum cochlearispathum, is native to southern Mexico and grows in warm, humid conditions. [Kew’s Plants of the World Online](https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:88958-1/general-information) accepts the species name; [University of Florida IFAS](https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP477) summarizes peace-lily light, moisture, and container care. ### Garden use In tropical climates, use it in a shaded, sheltered garden or large container. Elsewhere, grow it as a substantial indoor foliage plant where its broad leaves and pale spathes have room to develop. Keep it away from cold drafts and direct midday sun. ### Growing conditions Provide bright indirect light or partial to deep shade and warm, humid air. Use a moisture-retentive but freely draining potting mix; water thoroughly, then allow excess water to drain rather than leaving the pot standing in water. The established size and USDA zones remain broad garden estimates, since indoor growth depends on pot size and care. ## Maintenance Wipe dust from leaves, remove yellowing foliage at its base, and trim spent flower stalks. Repot when roots crowd the container, preferably as active growth resumes.