Aluminium Plant. An attractive compact foliage plant with striking silver patches on the leaves. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers May to August. Partial shade and Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Pilea cadierei ‘Minima’
An attractive compact foliage plant with striking silver patches on the leaves
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Pilea |
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Species | cadierei |
Varietry | 'Minima' |
Common Name | Aluminium Plant |
Flower Colour | cream |
Soil | |
Aspect | Partial shade, Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Urticaeae |
Spread | 15cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy, Erect |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, silver |
Flowers From | May, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Mist regularly, Water sparingly in winter, Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Powdery mildew, Red spider mite |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Division |
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