The Peace Lily is a popular ornamental plant and one of the few plants that will produce white flowers. This peaceful looking flower has plenty of symbolism behind it. There are three different meanings attributed to this flower- well-being, purity, and perfection.
The Peace Lily was originally a popular ornamental plant in Japan and Korea. It symbolizes the concept of peace and harmony. The white flower is a symbol of purity and perfection in Buddhism, Christianity, and Hinduism.
What is the Meaning of Peace Lily?
The Peace Lily blooms in the Summer or Autumn and only produces white flowers. The white flower has a green center and stands out among the green leaves which float gracefully in the water. The plants can be between 12-16 inches high and can spread up to two feet wide. It is common for this plant to produce sprouts from its roots, which are referred to as ‘chicks.’ These chives often need to be separated from the mother plant due to overcrowding.
It often has a short vase life. It will last longer if the water is kept low, but it can often be spotted in the flower section of your local supermarket because they don’t always live long enough to make the trip to your home. The Peace Lily can be grown indoors, but it will require medium to indirect sunlight and a well-drained soil.
The Common Symbolism Behind the Peace Lily:
People have often taken a symbol like the peace lily and given it meaning that is not truly related to the true meaning of the flower. The white flower has been used in Japan and Korea as a symbol of purity, so-called “white pollution.” There are many different meanings that follow that link to this concept, depending on the country where you live.
It has a symbol that is universal in meaning because of its association to the color white. According to many cultures, the color white means purity. This is reflected in their history and mythology. The peace lily is a symbol of purity within the culture, but can be misused because of its meaning to other cultures as a symbol of “white pollution.”
How To Take Care Of Peace Lily:
- Buy a Peace Lily that is already potted and has several leaves on it.
- Place the flower in a filtered light area or a place that gets indirect sunlight.
- Do not place the Peace Lilly near air conditioners or windows with direct sunlight hitting them because this can cause leaf burn.
- If Peace Lily is splashing itself with water, add some gravel so that the water doesn’t splash out of the pot.
- Move it closer to a light if it’s not getting enough indirect sunlight.
- Add gravel to the bottom of the Peace Lily’s pot so that it will not sit in water and die when you try to move it.
- Fertilize it every 3 months or so using a good organic fertilizer that has natural ingredients.
- When the Peace Lilly starts looking sick, you can start to reduce the amount of water it receives.
- If Peace Lily has been watered by another plant located in the same pot and you want to move it, try to move it in its container and not directly into its new pot.
How To Grow Peace Lily:
- Buy a Peace Lily plant that is already potted and has several leaves on it.
- Place the flower in a filtered light area or a place that gets indirect sunlight.
- Water the Peace Lily using room temperature water or warm water. Never use hot water because this can burn the plant’s leaves.
- If this is splashing itself with water, add some gravel so that the water doesn’t splash out of the pot.
- Move it closer to a light if it’s not getting enough indirect sunlight.
- Add gravel to the bottom of the Peace Lily’s pot so that it will not sit in water and die when you try to move it.
- Fertilize the Peace Lilly every 3 months or so using a good organic fertilizer that has natural ingredients.
- When the Peace Lily starts looking sick, you can start to reduce the amount of water it receives.
- When it has been dry for a long time, add some water to rehydrate it.
- Move it closer to a light if it’s not getting enough indirect sunlight.
Are peace lilies good gifts?
They are actually very nice gifts. They come in a variety of sizes and colors, and they even will produce white flowers. These flowers symbolize peace, happiness, and purity. Since so many people associate the peace lily with these beliefs it is often a well-liked gift for many different occasions.