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Pilea involucrata
Product Code:
PLT-1697
Width:
22,50
(cm)
Height:
22,50
(cm)
Depth:
22,50
(cm)
Gift wrapping:
Options available
Variant:
Moon Valley
Source:
Netherlands
IQD43,800.00
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Transform your space with the captivating texture of the Friendship Plant! The Pilea 'Moon Valley' boasts deeply quilted, dark green leaves that create a stunning visual contrast. It's not just a pretty face; this plant is incredibly easy to care for and is completely safe for pets and children. Perfect for a desk, shelf, or as a heartfelt gift, the Friendship Plant thrives in typical home environments and is famously easy to share. Bring home this living piece of art today and let the friendship grow!
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Moon Valley Pilea
Botanical Name: Pilea mollis 'Moon Valley'
Former Name: Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
Plant Type: Foliage houseplant (Herbaceous Perennial)
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-1697
Alternative Names:
Friendship Plant
Pilea involucrata
بيلية (Arabic Name)
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Rosales
Family: Urticaceae (Nettle family)
Genus: Pilea
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to Central and South America, where it grows in the humid, tropical forest understory.
4. Visual Characteristics
Leaves: The leaves are the main attraction, featuring a deeply puckered or quilted texture. They are typically oval-shaped, chartreuse to deep green with dark, coppery-bronze veins and toothed edges.
Flowers: Produces small, inconspicuous clusters (cymes) of tiny pinkish-green or whitish flowers. Flowering is infrequent indoors.
Stem: The stems are soft, fleshy, and typically light green or tinged with pink, supporting a mounding, bushy growth habit.
5. Size & Dimensions
Height: Typically grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall.
Width: Spreads to about 12 inches (30 cm), creating a compact, bushy mound.
6. Light Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light. An east-facing window is ideal. Avoid direct, intense sunlight, which can scorch the delicate leaves. It can tolerate lower light but may become less vibrant and more leggy.
7. Watering Needs
Water thoroughly when the top 1-2 inches of soil feel dry to the touch. It prefers consistently moist soil but is susceptible to root rot if overwatered. Ensure the pot has good drainage. Reduce watering frequency during the winter months.
8. Soil & Potting
Soil Type: A well-draining, peat-based potting mix is ideal. A standard houseplant mix amended with perlite or orchid bark to increase aeration and drainage works well.
Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years in the spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only one size larger than the current one.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Temperature: Thrives in average household temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). Keep away from cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F (13°C).
Humidity: Prefers high humidity (50% or higher). To increase humidity, mist the plant regularly, use a pebble tray, or place it near a humidifier. It is an excellent choice for a terrarium.
10. Fertilization
During the growing season (spring and summer), feed every 2-4 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half-strength. Do not fertilize during the fall and winter when growth slows.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Care Level: Easy. This plant is considered low-maintenance and is suitable for beginners.
Pruning: Pinch back the growing tips regularly to encourage a fuller, bushier shape and prevent legginess. Remove any yellow or dead leaves as they appear.
12. Growth & Propagation
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under optimal conditions.
Propagation: Extremely easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Simply take a cutting with a few leaves and place it in water or directly into moist soil. Roots typically form within a few weeks. This ease of sharing is how it earned the name "Friendship Plant".
13. Common Problems
Pests: Susceptible to common houseplant pests like mealybugs, spider mites, and aphids. Inspect regularly.
Diseases: Root rot is the most common issue, caused by overwatering and poor drainage. Powdery mildew can occur in conditions of high humidity and low air circulation.
Other Issues: Leggy growth indicates insufficient light. Brown, crispy leaf edges suggest low humidity. Drooping or yellowing leaves can be a sign of both overwatering and underwatering.
14. Benefits & Uses
Aesthetic: Valued for its unique, highly-textured foliage, adding visual interest to any indoor space.
Placement: Its compact size makes it perfect for desks, shelves, windowsills, and terrariums. It also works well in mixed container plantings.
Air Quality: Like most houseplants, it helps to improve indoor air quality by filtering airborne toxins.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Human Toxicity: Non-toxic to humans.
Pet Toxicity: Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs according to the ASPCA, making it a safe choice for pet-friendly homes.
Pilea involucrata
IQD43,800.00
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Transform your space with the captivating texture of the Friendship Plant! The Pilea 'Moon Valley' boasts deeply quilted, dark green leaves that create a stunning visual contrast. It's not just a pretty face; this plant is incredibly easy to care for and is completely safe for pets and children. Perfect for a desk, shelf, or as a heartfelt gift, the Friendship Plant thrives in typical home environments and is famously easy to share. Bring home this living piece of art today and let the friendship grow!
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Moon Valley Pilea
Botanical Name: Pilea mollis 'Moon Valley'
Former Name: Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
Plant Type: Foliage houseplant (Herbaceous Perennial)
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-1697
Alternative Names:
Friendship Plant
Pilea involucrata
بيلية (Arabic Name)
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Rosales
Family: Urticaceae (Nettle family)
Genus: Pilea
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to Central and South America, where it grows in the humid, tropical forest understory.
4. Visual Characteristics
Leaves: The leaves are the main attraction, featuring a deeply puckered or quilted texture. They are typically oval-shaped, chartreuse to deep green with dark, coppery-bronze veins and toothed edges.
Flowers: Produces small, inconspicuous clusters (cymes) of tiny pinkish-green or whitish flowers. Flowering is infrequent indoors.
Stem: The stems are soft, fleshy, and typically light green or tinged with pink, supporting a mounding, bushy growth habit.
5. Size & Dimensions
Height: Typically grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall.
Width: Spreads to about 12 inches (30 cm), creating a compact, bushy mound.
6. Light Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light. An east-facing window is ideal. Avoid direct, intense sunlight, which can scorch the delicate leaves. It can tolerate lower light but may become less vibrant and more leggy.
7. Watering Needs
Water thoroughly when the top 1-2 inches of soil feel dry to the touch. It prefers consistently moist soil but is susceptible to root rot if overwatered. Ensure the pot has good drainage. Reduce watering frequency during the winter months.
8. Soil & Potting
Soil Type: A well-draining, peat-based potting mix is ideal. A standard houseplant mix amended with perlite or orchid bark to increase aeration and drainage works well.
Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years in the spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only one size larger than the current one.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Temperature: Thrives in average household temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). Keep away from cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F (13°C).
Humidity: Prefers high humidity (50% or higher). To increase humidity, mist the plant regularly, use a pebble tray, or place it near a humidifier. It is an excellent choice for a terrarium.
10. Fertilization
During the growing season (spring and summer), feed every 2-4 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half-strength. Do not fertilize during the fall and winter when growth slows.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Care Level: Easy. This plant is considered low-maintenance and is suitable for beginners.
Pruning: Pinch back the growing tips regularly to encourage a fuller, bushier shape and prevent legginess. Remove any yellow or dead leaves as they appear.
12. Growth & Propagation
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under optimal conditions.
Propagation: Extremely easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Simply take a cutting with a few leaves and place it in water or directly into moist soil. Roots typically form within a few weeks. This ease of sharing is how it earned the name "Friendship Plant".
13. Common Problems
Pests: Susceptible to common houseplant pests like mealybugs, spider mites, and aphids. Inspect regularly.
Diseases: Root rot is the most common issue, caused by overwatering and poor drainage. Powdery mildew can occur in conditions of high humidity and low air circulation.
Other Issues: Leggy growth indicates insufficient light. Brown, crispy leaf edges suggest low humidity. Drooping or yellowing leaves can be a sign of both overwatering and underwatering.
14. Benefits & Uses
Aesthetic: Valued for its unique, highly-textured foliage, adding visual interest to any indoor space.
Placement: Its compact size makes it perfect for desks, shelves, windowsills, and terrariums. It also works well in mixed container plantings.
Air Quality: Like most houseplants, it helps to improve indoor air quality by filtering airborne toxins.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Human Toxicity: Non-toxic to humans.
Pet Toxicity: Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs according to the ASPCA, making it a safe choice for pet-friendly homes.
Standard 14-day live plant guarantee upon delivery, covering health and transit damage.
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