Also known as Friendship Plant · Moon Valley Pilea
Pilea mollis, a tropical perennial, features textured, velvety leaves with attractive patterns, making it a popular houseplant for its unique foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers filtered light; avoid direct sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Consistently Moist
75% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-draining potting mix
50% intensity
Average Room Temperatures
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Avoid sudden temperature fluctuations and drafts.
During Growing Season
50% intensity
Feed with diluted liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks from spring to summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months to prevent root rot.
Overwatering can lead to yellowing leaves and fungal issues.
Prune Pilea mollis to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back the tips of stems to promote branching. Remove any leggy or yellowing stems.
Pruning can be done anytime the plant needs shaping, but is most effective in spring.
Pilea mollis is easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 5-10 cm cuttings from healthy stems, remove lower leaves, and insert them into moist potting mix or water.
Roots usually form within a few weeks, after which they can be transplanted into pots.
Repot Pilea mollis every 1-2 years, or when it 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, giving the plant ample time to adjust to its new container.
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Where Pilea Mollis (Pilea mollis) 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 mollis |
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