Pilea mollis
4.2 out of 5 (6 experiences)
About Pilea mollis
Pilea plants are native to regions worldwide, and often have succulent, water-storing leaves. A handful of them are grown as houseplants, but the rest of the 600+ species are wild plants. Their name comes from the Latin for 'felt cap' which refers to the unique way that their fruits are protected. Fossils of Pilea species have been found dating back over 5 million years ago!
Taxonomy
Pilea mollis
Pilea
Urticaceae
Rosales
Also known as
Moon Valley
How to care for Pilea mollis
How often to water your Pilea mollis
Pilea mollis needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Pilea mollis in your home
Pilea mollis may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Pilea mollis in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Pilea mollis
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Pilea mollis after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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I had no idea these things flower- does this mean its happy?
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My plant grew some weird meatball flowers. Enjoy. #floweringplants
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Brown dry spots My #Pilea has these dry looking brown spots. Been thinking it wasn’t getting enough humidity but I moved it to a bright bathroom and it keeps drying. Any suggestions?
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Yellowing leaves #Pilea my Chinese money plant’s leaves are yellowing. Is this an indicator of not enough water?
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Don't let my excitement over my Tradescantia Nanouks overshadow how cool these Petra Croton and Friendship Plant (Pilea involucrata) are! I got these at the same greenhouse today. 😁 #greggang #newplantmom #newplants #petracroton #croton #friendshipplant #pilea #happyplants #plantaddict #plantsmakepeoplehappy
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At what humidity level should I keep my friendship plant at? @PlantBeach , I decided to put my friendship plant into a terrarium! Yours looked so happy, and I had one already, so I thought it was a good idea. I kept him in the plastic nursery pot with drainage, added sphagnum moss with a bit of compost. 😊 What humidity level should I keep it at? I have a gauge so I can keep a close eye on it! 🌱 #greggang #greggers #gregfeedback #happyplants #pilea #friendshipplant #terrarium #plantaddict #plantsmakepeoplehappy #planttherapy
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Hey everyone; Any idea how to fertilize a friendship plant that’s in a tiny pot and what to use? #Pilea
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How do I propagate this plant? I found this clipping on the floor in the store and wanted to give it a try #Pilea how do I propagate her?
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What’s up with Bartleby? #Pilea getting light spotty patches all over. No pests or root rot. Gets good morning sun.
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Hey plant friends/fam does anyone have any care tips for me her name is Missy she’s a pilea friendship plant anything is appreciated #HappyPlants #Pilea #PlantsMakePeopleHappy
Care Summary for Pilea mollis
Pilea mollis
Greg recommends:
0.5 cups every 9 days
< 3ft from a window
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.