What Are the Benefits of Peace Lilies?
Peace lilies are a prolific plant often found in homes, gardens and gift baskets. Their hardiness makes them a good choice for even non-gardeners. However, their benefits extend even beyond their ease of care. Does this Spark an idea?
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Scientific Information
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Peace lilies scientific name is spathiphyllum. They are actually not a lily, but a pothos.
Origins
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Peace lilies are originally from Central and South America. Varieties vary in size from 1 to 5 feet in height. The leaves range from the generally recognized spoon shape to thin spikes.
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Ease Of Care
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Peace lilies require little except watering about once a week. If it becomes dry more quickly in the summer months, additional watering may be needed. They also require warm areas with no breeze. Additional fertilization may also be needed.
Adaptability
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Peace lilies are flexible plants. They can be planted indoors in pots or outdoors in a garden. They do well in partial shade or under fluorescent lighting.
Air Purification
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Peace lilies are a very effective air purifier. Impurities they filter include acetone, trichloroethylene, benzene and formaldehyde
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