Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
betulifolia
ID:
473627

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Wedd.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 18: 227 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472959

Common Names

  • Pilea betulifolia
  • Birch-Leaved Pilea
  • Birch-Leaf Pilea

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Synonyms

  • Urtica betulifolia Sw. [unknown]
  • Pilea lineolata (Urb.) Urb. [unknown]
  • Adicea betulifolia (Sw.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pilea betulifolia lineolata Urb. [unknown]
  • Pilea betulifolia poitaei Urb. [unknown]
  • Pilea betulifolia genuina Urb. [invalid]

Description

Pilea betulifolia (also called birch-leaved clearweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Urticaceae family. It is native to China and is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pilea betulifolia 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 betulifolia has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have round, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilea betulifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Pilea betulifolia

Pilea betulifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Pilea betulifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilea betulifolia?

Pilea betulifolia

What is the family of Pilea betulifolia?

Urticaceae

Where is Pilea betulifolia native to?

Vietnam

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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