'Domino' peace lily guide
Spathiphyllum 'Domino', also called variegated peace lily, Domino spathiphyllum
Published 2026-11-08
Quick care
- Light
- Bright indirect
- Water
- When the top 2 to 3 cm (1 in) of soil is dry, or when leaves start to droop
- Humidity
- Average room air is fine. More humidity helps.
- Temperature
- 18 to 27°C (65 to 80°F). Keep above 10°C (50°F).
- Soil
- Rich, well-draining houseplant mix
- Feeding
- Half-strength fertilizer every 6 to 8 weeks in spring and summer
- Pets
- Toxic to cats and dogs. Causes mouth pain, not the kidney failure true lilies cause.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Mature size
- 30 to 60 cm (1 to 2 ft) tall
- Propagation
- Divide the clump when you repot
- Where to buy
- Common
This page covers what makes 'Domino' peace lily different. For light, water, soil, pests, and the rest, read the peace lily care guide.
What it is
‘Domino’ is a peace lily with dark green leaves speckled and streaked with white. It blooms with the same white flowers as a plain peace lily. It is one of the most common variegated houseplants in stores.
How to tell it apart
| Plant | Leaves | The tell |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Domino’ | Dark green with white speckles and streaks | Fine white flecks all over |
| ‘Picasso’ | Big white sections and half-white leaves | Bold white blocks, not speckles |
| Peace lily | Solid glossy green | No white on the leaves |
Care differences
The white parts cannot make food. ‘Domino’ grows slower than a plain peace lily and needs brighter light to keep its streaks. An east window works well. In low light, new leaves come in plain green.
It still droops when thirsty, like any peace lily. The white streaks brown first if it dries out often.
Reverting
If new leaves come in solid green, move it to brighter light. Cut out any all-green leaves at the base to keep the plant variegated.
Grow it by division
Ease the plant out of its pot in spring and pull the clump apart. Each piece needs leaves and roots. Pick pieces with the best white streaks.
Buying it
‘Domino’ is common at garden centers and big box stores. Look for clear white streaking on new leaves. A plant with streaks only on old leaves may be reverting.