Cultivation
Spathiphyllum Schott
Technology for growing Spathiphyllum as a commercial ornamental crop, focusing on flowering management, habit formation, and prevention of root rots.
In the reference 6 varieties crop Spathiphyllum, where this is mentioned in the description.
To stimulate tillering and ensure marketable flowering of Spathiphyllum, growth regulators such as benzyladenine and gibberellic acid are applied. When grown in pots, it is critical to consider the plant's sensitivity to light regimes, as insufficient light leads to leaf elongation and a lack of flowering.
The plant is highly susceptible to overwatering, which triggers fungal diseases (Pythium, Phytophthora, Cylindrocladium), and loses turgor instantly when allowed to dry out. To ensure viability, a light, water-retentive, and breathable substrate is required, along with strict control over irrigation water quality to prevent salt-induced necrosis of leaf tips.
General information about the subject — on the page Pot culture.
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Spathiphyllum Schott · Spathiphyllum
Gartenbaubetrieb Wolfgang Bock