Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum) propagation

The Peace Lily, also known as Spathiphyllum, is not only beautiful but also one of the best air purifying houseplants. Because this plant is so popular, we totally get why you want to grow more of them. Luckily, it is quite easy to do, even if you are not a plant expert.

Use a clean sharp knife or strong scissors. Rinse under hot water, dry with a clean towel and disinfect with alcohol. This helps prevent bacteria or fungi from harming your cuttings.

Gently remove the plant from its pot and loosen the soil around the roots. This makes it easier to see where to divide the plant and avoids damage to the roots.

Split the root ball into sections. If needed, rinse the roots with lukewarm water to make separation easier. Can’t do it by hand? Use a clean knife. Make sure each new plant has some roots and a few leaves.

Put each division into a pot with fresh soil. Press the soil down gently and water lightly. Place the pots in bright but indirect sunlight and keep the soil slightly moist.

• Best time: spring to late summer
• Light: lots of indirect light
• Water: keep soil lightly moist
• Note: divide slightly bigger sections instead of tiny ones

Yes, almost all Spathiphyllum types can be divided, as long as there are multiple growth points.

These tips are based on our own experience with propagating. All methods are tested in our plant nursery and work well for beginners too.

Want to explore more propagation tips? Check out our other step-by-step plant guides.