Powdery Mildew on Peace Lily Stems: Outdoor Fungus Fix

White powder on Spathiphyllum stems

Identification

White powder on lower stems = powdery mildew, from soil/organic matter + high humidity on lanai.

Invert plant, shake out loose soil/bark/dead stems.
Spray stems and soil surface with 5 parts water + 1 part rubbing alcohol + squirt soap.
Move indoors—fungus rare on indoor Peace Lilies.

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