Pilea mollis Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Pilea mollis, also known as Moon Valley Pilea, is a perennial plant in the Urticaceae family. It is usually light yellow-green with dark gray-striped leaves. It generally grows about 12 inches tall, making it a great addition to a windowsill or table. This plant likes about 50-60 percent humidity and only 65°F-75°F temperatures.
Common Name |
Moon Valley Pilea
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Plant Type
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Herbs
Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Pilea mollis
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Genus
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Pilea
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Family
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Urticaceae
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Order
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Rosales
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Class
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Dicotyledons
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Pilea mollis Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Pilea mollis.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Pilea mollis needs water once every
7 days in 2
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Pilea mollis needs about 0.5 L per 7 days. |
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Pilea mollis Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Pilea mollis to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 3 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 75°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Pilea mollis prefers High humidity levels, between 50% and 70%. |
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Pilea mollis Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Pilea mollis. |
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Suitability in pots |
2L
Pilea mollis plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 2L. |
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Soil type |
clay
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
neutral
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Pilea mollis Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Pilea mollis plant. |
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Maximum Height |
12 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
12 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Bright Yellow
Celadon
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Pilea mollis toxic to pets? |
No
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
Hanging Baskets
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Pilea mollis Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Pilea mollis, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
stem cutting
root division
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Pilea mollis Native Region |
Find out where the Pilea mollis plant originated. |
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Country |
South America
Central America
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