Partial Shade
Easy care
Moderate watering
Tender
11b
USDA zone
7°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
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50cm | Max | 50cm |
10cm | Min | 10cm |
3 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Aluminium Plant Overview
Pilea cadierei is a bushy, evergreen perennial plant from the Urticaceae family, originating from China and Vietnam. Commonly known by the names Aluminium Plant and Watermelon Pilea, it is frequently grown indoors as a houseplant. This plant typically grows to around 30cm tall. This tender plant is grown for the foliage over the flowers, which are small, pink and not showy. Leaves are oval in shape, with attractive silver colouring between the prominent veins. Place in partial to full shade and moist, well-draining soil for optimal growth.
Common problems with Aluminium Plant
How to propagate Aluminium Plant
Cuttings
Seed
Division
Division.
Special features of Aluminium Plant
Attractive leaves
Other uses of Aluminium Plant
Grown for their ornamental foliage.