Pilea involucrata
Pilea involucrata (Sims) Urb., commonly known as the friendship plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Central and South America. It is a popular houseplant due to its unique foliage and relatively easy care. This species is best known for its popular cultivar, Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'.
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Description
Pilea involucrata is a bushy, trailing plant typically growing to a height and spread of 10–12 inches (25–30 centimetres). The species typically features bright green leaves with a quilted or corrugated texture, often with bronze or reddish undersides. It occasionally produces small, pink-white flowers, but these are infrequent when grown indoors.
At the table
Pilea involucrata, including its 'Moon Valley' cultivar, is primarily grown as a houseplant. It is well-suited for terrariums, hanging baskets, and tabletop displays due to its compact size and visually appealing foliage.
Wikipedia: “Uses”
How it is grown
The friendship plant prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil that is kept evenly moist. It thrives in temperatures between 65–80 °F (18–27 °C) and moderate to high humidity levels. Pilea involucrata is easily propagated through division or stem cuttings.
Wikipedia: “Cultivation”
Where it lives
Recorded sightings
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geo-referenced records in GBIF, from museums, herbaria and field observers.
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In the stacks
Searching the stacks…
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This page is assembled live from iNaturalist, GBIF, Wikipedia, the Source Library and the Internet Archive. It is not yet part of the hand-edited codex. iNaturalist taxon 426421.