Philodendron mexicanum vs Peace Lily

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Philodendron mexicanum
Bright indirect
Spathiphyllum cannifolium
Low light
Water
Philodendron mexicanum
Moderate
Spathiphyllum cannifolium
Moderate
Difficulty
Philodendron mexicanum
Moderate
Spathiphyllum cannifolium
Easy
Toxic to Pets
Philodendron mexicanum
Spathiphyllum cannifolium
Family
Philodendron mexicanum
Araceae
Spathiphyllum cannifolium
Araceae

Philodendron mexicanum

Philodendron mexicanum is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to central and southwestern Mexico including Veracruz, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, and Colombia. An...

Spathiphyllum cannifolium

Spathiphyllum cannifolium, the canna-leaf peace lily or spatheflower, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to wet tropical areas of Trinidad and northern and western...

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Low light"}
Water
{"a":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Moderate","b":"Easy"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"Yes","b":"Yes"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"3-6 ft","b":"1-4 ft"}
Native Region
{"a":"central and southwestern Mexico including Veracruz, Guate...","b":"wet tropical areas of Trinidad and northern and western S..."}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Philodendron mexicanum or Peace Lily?

For ease of care, Peace Lily. Philodendron mexicanum is moderate difficulty while Peace Lily is easy difficulty.

Do Philodendron mexicanum and Peace Lily need the same light?

Philodendron mexicanum prefers bright indirect while Peace Lily prefers low light.

Are Philodendron mexicanum and Peace Lily safe for pets?

Philodendron mexicanum is toxic to pets and Peace Lily is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Philodendron mexicanum and Peace Lily together?

They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.