Species friendship plant
velvety, crinkled, black-green, ovate leaves with green stalks

friendship plant

Pilea involucrata

Friendship Plant (Pilea involucrata) is a delicate succulent ideal for any indoor environment. It's soft and fuzzy appearance makes it a perfect addition to any room. It has small, lance-shaped leaves in an upright posture and is native to India, Southeast Asia, and Indonesia. Its striking foliage requires little maintenance and prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Humidity and moisture are important to ensure the growth of its arching stems. As a bonus, Friendship Plant is known to bring luck and friendship to the home, making it a special addition to any indoors.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Stem Propagation,Leaf Cutting,Division,Air Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

11 - 12

Flowers:

Pinkish-green Flowers

Sun:

part shade,part sun/part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Tropical:

Yes

Indoors:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Watering a friendship plant (Pilea involucrata) should be done in moderation. Start by checking the soil moisture with your finger. When the top 1 inch of soil is dry, water the plant until some water runs out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot. Then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. As a general rule, water your friendship plant once a week or every 7 to 10 days. Be careful not to overwater as it can lead to root rot.

sunlight

Pilea involucrata, or friendship plant, is an easy-to-care-for houseplant that thrives in bright indirect sunlight. Friendship plant should be placed in a spot that receives bright, indirect sunlight for around 4-6 hours a day. However, it should not be placed in direct sun as this can scorch the leaves. If possible, rotate the friendship plant periodically so that it receives even lighting on all sides.

pruning

Friendship Plant benefits from regular pruning to maintain its full shape and attractive lush foliage. Pruning should be done at least once per year to keep it tidy-looking and to encourage new growth. Pruning is best done late in the winter before spring growth begins. Cut back any long stems to the desired height and shape, cutting about 1-third of the stem. Dead or discolored leaves may also be trimmed during pruning. Removing spent flowers and seed heads may also help encourage new growth. It is best to avoid pruning during periods of extreme cold or drought.

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Starts Flowering

Pilea involucrata typically starts flowering in late spring, usually between April and June.

Starts Flowering

Pilea involucrata typically starts flowering in late spring, usually between April and June.

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