Pilea spruceana
A clump-forming, evergreen perennial to about 30cm, usually grown as an indoor plant. The leaves are oval, strongly puckered, with deeply indented veins and a scalloped edge, very dark reddish-green in colour, overlaide with broad, grey-silver stripes. The flowers are inconspicuous
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 Red Grey | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Red Green Grey | |||
| Autumn | Green Red Grey | |||
| Winter | Green Red Grey |
Position
- Full shade
- Partial shade
Aspect
North–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H1BBotanical details
- Family
- Urticaceae
- Native to the UK
- 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
- S America
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in loamless potting compost, shaded from hot sun, with high humidity. See Pilea and houseplant cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by stem tip cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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