Is it poisonous to keep the Spathiphyllum in the house?
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Spathiphyllum is a relatively common type of large foliage potted plant in our lives. Many people say it is poisonous and not suitable for keeping indoors, but there are still many plant lovers who place a few pots of Spathiphyllum at home. So, can Spathiphyllum really be kept at home? Today, the editor will briefly share some knowledge about Spathiphyllum, hoping it will be useful to everyone!
I. Introduction to Spathiphyllum
Spathiphyllum, also known as Giant Arum or Dripping Lily, is a perennial large evergreen herbaceous plant of the Araceae family Arum genus. Under warm and humid conditions with sufficient soil moisture, it will drip from the tip or edge of the leaves, and its flowers resemble the Goddess of Mercy, hence the name "Dripping观音". It has always been a popular large foliage potted plant. It has a tall and upright habit, a robust and primitive stem, and large, full, round, and bright green leaves. It is lush and vibrant all year round, giving a fresh and elegant, vibrant feeling, making it an excellent ornamental plant.
II. The Value of Spathiphyllum:
Basically, plants of the Araceae family have a certain degree of toxicity, and Spathiphyllum is no exception. Its sap contains a large amount of calcium oxalate, hydrocyanic acid, and alkaloids. If ingested accidentally, it can cause tongue numbness, throat discomfort, and in severe cases, heart paralysis and nervous system poisoning. Moreover, if its sap gets on the skin accidentally, it can cause itching and rashes. Also, if the leaves of Spathiphyllum absorb too much toxic gas, the water it drips is also toxic. However, as long as it is not ingested or contacted with its sap, and direct contact is avoided, there is no danger, and it can be normally maintained at home. But if there are children, pets, or pregnant women at home, it should be placed in a safe place.
In addition to its high ornamental value, Spathiphyllum also has certain medicinal value and the ability to purify the air. Its rhizome can be used as medicine, with effects such as clearing heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and dissipating masses, and removing decay and promoting muscle regeneration, and can be used to treat febrile diseases with high fever, influenza, tuberculosis, snake and insect bites, pulmonary tuberculosis, and tracheitis. Moreover, its large leaves can absorb harmful substances in the air such as dust, carbon dioxide, formaldehyde, and benzene, reduce noise, adjust air humidity, and effectively freshen indoor air.
Is it poisonous to keep Spathiphyllum in the house?
III. The Habits of Spathiphyllum:
Spathiphyllum is native to tropical and subtropical regions such as Yunnan, Jiangxi, Fujian, and Taiwan in China. It prefers a warm and humid environment with good ventilation, suitable for a growth temperature of 20-30 degrees. It can tolerate a certain degree of high temperature, has weak cold resistance, requires an overwintering temperature of above 5-8 degrees, is shade-tolerant, does not like strong sunlight, prefers loose and fertile, humus-rich, well-drained slightly acidic sandy soil, and potted Spathiphyllum generally needs to be repotted every spring.
IV. Spring Maintenance Tips:
Spathiphyllum has a beautiful and elegant habit, with large leaves that are always green and fresh, giving a strong tropical style. Keeping a few pots at home not only absorbs toxic gases but also brings fresh air. Moreover, it is highly adaptable to the environment, rarely affected by pests and diseases, and relatively easy to manage. When maintaining it in spring, the following points should be noted:
1. Temperature should be suitable:
Spathiphyllum is warm-loving and cold-resistant. If the temperature is consistently below 10 degrees for a long time, its growth will be hindered and become slow or even stop; if the temperature is consistently below 5 degrees, it is prone to frostbite, causing yellowing and burning of the leaves. Therefore, when maintaining it in spring, it is necessary to guard against late spring cold, pay close attention to temperature changes, and try to keep the room temperature above 15 degrees. Consider moving it outdoors in April when the temperature stabilizes.