Also known as Baby Toes · Caribbean Creeping Jenny · Clearweed
Pilea depressa, the Depressed Clearweed, is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial herb ideal for terrariums and as a groundcover.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
50% intensity
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Well-draining potting mix
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures.
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Protect from cold drafts.
Greenhouse, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season.
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks in spring and summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Allow excess water to drain completely to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months, but do not let the soil dry out completely.
Overwatering can lead to fungal issues.
Prune regularly to maintain a desired shape and encourage bushier growth. Trim leggy stems back to a leaf node. Remove any yellowing or dead foliage promptly. Pruning can be done anytime the plant needs shaping.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 5-10 cm cuttings and root them in moist potting mix or water. Keep cuttings in a warm, bright location.
Roots usually form within a few weeks, after which they can be transplanted.
Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in spring, at the beginning of the active growing season.
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Photos of Depressed Clearweed (Pilea depressa)
Where Depressed Clearweed (Pilea depressa) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Urticaceae |
| Genus | Pilea |
| Species | Pilea depressa |
Similar in genus Pilea
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