Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alsinifolia
ID:
473711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 18: 211 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473043

Common Names

  • Pilea Alsinifolia
  • Creeping Pilea
  • Creeping Charlie

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Synonyms

  • Adicea alsinifolia (Wedd.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Pilea alsinifolia (also called Artillery Plant, Rockweed, and Gunpowder Plant, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to tropical regions of the world. It has long, thin, bright green leaves that grow in a rosette pattern. It is typically found in moist, well-drained soils and prefers partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Pilea alsinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light levels. It is also used to add texture and color to flower beds and borders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilea alsinifolia has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilea alsinifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with small, round, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Pilea alsinifolia

Pilea alsinifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pilea alsinifolia FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Pilea alsinifolia?

Pilea alsinifolia prefers a temperature range of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How much light does Pilea alsinifolia need?

Pilea alsinifolia prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Pilea alsinifolia be watered?

Pilea alsinifolia should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Pilea genus

Pilea striata, Pilea strigillosa, Pilea stapfiana, Pilea spruceana, Pilea squamulata, Pilea stolonifera, Pilea stellarioides, Pilea stelluligera, Pilea stenoneura, Pilea stenophylla, Pilea thouarsiana, Pilea tatei, Pilea subpubera, Pilea thymoidea, Pilea tippenhaueri, Pilea tetraphylla, Pilea succulenta, Pilea sumideroensis, Pilea suta, Pilea sylvatica, Pilea spathulata, Pilea rufescens, Pilea rugosa, Pilea rugosissima, Pilea scandens, Pilea salentana, Pilea samanensis, Pilea sancti-johannis, Pilea sphenophylla, Pilea rojasiana, Pilea rivularis, Pilea robinsonii, Pilea rufa, Pilea roemeri, Pilea rubiacea, Pilea robusta, Pilea setigera, Pilea sevillensis, Pilea siguaneana, Pilea silvicola, Pilea simplex, Pilea saxicola, Pilea serrulata, Pilea solandri, Pilea schlechteri, Pilea sessilifolia, Pilea selleana, Pilea sessiliflora, Pilea serpyllacea, Pilea torbeciana,

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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