Pilea depressa

RHS Plant Profile
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Houseplants

A tender, trailing, evergreen perennial with small, rounded, glossy green leaves borne in alternate pairs along the stems

Position

Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H1A

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Urticaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
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
Greater Antilles

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

Propagate by division or softwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Houseplants
  • Conservatory and greenhouse

Pruning

Pinch out growing tips to maintain bushiness

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free