Rhaphidophora hayi vs Peace Lily

Side-by-side comparison

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

Rhaphidophora hayi

Rhaphidophora hayi is a species of flowering plant in the arum family Araceae, native to Queensland and New Guinea. It is an appressed or shingling semi-epiphytic vining plant that grows in wet...

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":"No","b":"Yes"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"Varies","b":"1-4 ft"}
Native Region
{"a":"Queensland and New Guinea","b":"wet tropical areas of Trinidad and northern and western S..."}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Rhaphidophora hayi or Peace Lily?

For ease of care, Peace Lily. Rhaphidophora hayi is moderate difficulty while Peace Lily is easy difficulty.

Do Rhaphidophora hayi and Peace Lily need the same light?

Rhaphidophora hayi prefers bright indirect while Peace Lily prefers low light.

Are Rhaphidophora hayi and Peace Lily safe for pets?

Rhaphidophora hayi is pet-safe and Peace Lily is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Rhaphidophora hayi and Peace Lily together?

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