Pilea cadierei
aluminum plant
A bushy, evergreen perennial to 30cm with obovate leaves marked with silver patches between the veins. Flowers are insignificant and not freely produced. An ideal plant for terrariums and bottle gardens
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full shade
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H1CBotanical details
- Family
- Urticaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Pilea can be annuals or evergreen perennials with slightly succulent stems, simple, often attractively marked or textured leaves and insignificant, pinkish flowers
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- China, Vietnam
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow under glass or in frost-free enviroment. Requires high humidity, branches become woody at base. See Pilea and houseplant cultivation for further advice. An ideal plant for terrariums and bottle gardens
Propagation
Propagate by stem tip cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Sub-tropical
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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