Pilea cadierei typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
aluminum plant
Pilea cadierei
The Aluminum Plant (Pilea cadierei) is an evergreen perennial native to China and Vietnam. It brings a shimmery, metallic green to many kinds of spaces with its thick, glossy leaves. The unusual color is caused by raised, silvery-grey scurfing on the surface of the leaves that give the appearance of hammered aluminum. This low-maintenance bush has a rounded habit and is an ideal choice for any sunny windowsill or office desk. With its easy-care requirements it breathes life into any environment while helping to purify the air.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Stem Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
11 - 12
Flowers:
Green Flowers
Sun:
part shade,part sun/part shade
Soil:
Humus rich
Fruits:
green Fruits Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Tropical:
Yes
Indoors:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Aluminum plants (Pilea cadierei) need to be watered regularly, but not overly so. Aim to water the plant about once a week, ensuring the soil is moist but not wet. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. It’s also important to avoid overwatering the plant which could result in root rot. In the winter months, water less often, about every 2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry out more in between waterings. Make sure that your Aluminum plant is sitting on a dish for it to drain, too.
sunlight
The aluminum plant (Pilea cadierei) is an easy to care for houseplant that thrives in bright, indirect light. For this type of plant, it is best to provide it with at least 4-5 hours of bright, indirect sunlight per day. If the plant is exposed to too much direct sunlight, the leaves will become scorched. Additionally, avoid placing the plant too close to a window, as this can cause the leaves to become dry and the plant to struggle.
pruning
Aluminum plant (Pilea cadierei) should be pruned when it exceeds 11 inches— usually in the early spring or late winter. Pruning helps to keep the plant compact and healthy. It is best to only prune about 1/3 of the plant at any given time. This can be easily done by snipping any branches that extend too far away from the core of the plant. Also dead leaves should be removed regularly.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Pilea cadierei typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting fruits from Pilea cadierei is usually in the months of June and July.
