Common Name:
Peace Lily 'Platinum Mist'
Description:
Spathiphyllum 'Platinum Mist' is a refined and contemporary cultivar of the beloved peace lily, known for its distinctive silvery-green foliage that gives an elegant, misted appearance—perfect for brightening indoor spaces with a modern touch. Unlike standard peace lilies, 'Platinum Mist' offers a unique leaf tone with a soft sheen, making it highly desirable for interior styling. It produces the classic white, hooded flowers that emerge from slender stems, creating a beautiful contrast against its light foliage. Flowering can occur multiple times a year under the right conditions, particularly during spring and summer. This variety thrives in Melbourne's indoor settings, preferring a warm position with indirect light and consistently moist, well-drained soil. It's tolerant of lower light levels but will perform best with bright, filtered light. Easy to care for and excellent at filtering indoor air, this is a go-to plant for both experienced and novice indoor gardeners.
Form:
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Shrub - Small
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Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding
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Indoors / Well lit
Mature Size:
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Height: 40–60 cm
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Width: 30–50 cm
Aspect:
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Part Shade
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Full Shade
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Indoors / Well lit
Flowering:
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Flowers in Spring
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Flowers in Summer
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Flowers in Autumn (intermittently indoors)
Flower Colour:
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White
Key Attributes:
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Suitable for Pots
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Suitable for Indoors
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Scented flowers
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Air Purifying
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Herbaceous
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Perennial
Toxicity:
Toxic to cats, dogs, and humans if ingested. Contains calcium oxalate crystals which can cause irritation of the mouth, throat, and stomach.
Companion Plants:
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Zamioculcas zamiifolia (ZZ Plant)
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Aspidistra elatior (Cast Iron Plant)
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Aglaonema varieties
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Philodendron 'Birkin'
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Calathea orbifolia
