Spathiphyllum 'Petite'
Spathiphyllum 'Petite'

Growing Information

  • Temp: 65-90°F. Cold Sensitive
  • Light: 1,500-2,500 ft-c. Will not tolerate high light. (Note: high light causes leaves to curl, become pale and clorotic)
  • Soil: : good aeration and water holding capacity; pH 6.0-6.5
  • Pot Size: 4-6"
  • Hardiness: Zone 9
  • Major Pests: Mites, Caterpillers, Mealybugs, Scale, Thrips, and Whitefly
  • Diseases: Phytophthora Blight, Cylindrocladium Root Rot, and Myrothecium

This is a dwarf selection exhibiting a clustering and compact growth habit. Leaves are relatively narrow, flat and dark green. Medium sized flowers are presented high above the foliage. Excellent for small pot sizes. It is freely flowering but very responsive to forcing with GA sprays for controlled flowering.