Pilea spruceana Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Pilea spruceana, commonly called Norfolk Friendship Plant, is an evergreen plant in the family Urticaceae. It features oval-shaped, textured leaves with silver stripes. This plant loves high humidity and needs indirect sunlight. If you are looking for a stunning houseplant that is easy to care for, Pilea spruceana could be an excellent choice.
Common Name |
Norfolk Friendship Plant, Silver Tree
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Pilea spruceana
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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 spruceana Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Pilea spruceana.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Pilea spruceana needs water once every
7 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Pilea spruceana needs about 0.25 L per 7 days. |
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Pilea spruceana Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Pilea spruceana 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
The ideal humidity range for your Pilea spruceana to thrive is between 50% and 70%. |
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Pilea spruceana Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Pilea spruceana. |
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Suitability in pots |
2L
Pilea spruceana plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 2L. |
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Soil type |
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
alkaline
neutral
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Pilea spruceana Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Pilea spruceana 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
Celadon
Grey
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Pilea spruceana toxic to pets? |
No
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
Hanging Baskets
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Pilea spruceana Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Pilea spruceana, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Pilea spruceana Native Region |
Find out where the Pilea spruceana plant originated. |
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Country |
South America
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