Pilea glaucophylla
An evergreen, trailing houseplant with small, silver-green foliage and orange-red stems which spreads freely. Easy to care for and looks very attractive as a hanging pot, or trailing from a shelf or bookcase
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 | Orange Red | Grey Silver Green | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Orange Red | Grey Silver Green | ||
Autumn | Orange Red | Grey Silver Green | ||
Winter | Orange Red | Grey Silver Green |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H1ABotanical details
- Family
- Urticaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Trailing
- 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
- Colombia
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in standard houseplant compost in bright, indirect light, with high humidity and protection from draughts. Water moderately during the growing season and apply a balanced liquid feed every month; water sparingly in winter. See Pilea and houseplant cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- hanging basket
- Houseplants
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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