SPECIMEN NO. #4
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Araceae
Spathiphyllum wallisii
Common Name: Peace Lily
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum wallisii) is a houseplant in the Araceae family, native to Galápagos Islands. It is a medium to low-light species that thrives between 500 and 1500 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 7 days, temperatures of 15–30°C, and about 50% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting. It is also known as Peace Lily.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Medium to Low
Minimum Light Requirement
500 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
1500 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
15°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
50% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
2869680
Native Biogeographical Range
Galápagos Islands