Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gyrophylla
ID:
474244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 17(7): 30 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473576

Common Names

  • Gyrophyllea Pilea
  • Gyrophyllea Artillery Plant
  • Gyrophyllea Moon Valley

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Description

Pilea gyrophylla (also called Creeping Charlie, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to tropical Asia. It has a trailing, mat-forming habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, and are usually 2-3 cm long. It prefers moist, shady areas and is often found in woodland and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pilea gyrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to create a natural privacy screen or hedge, as it grows quickly and is easy to maintain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilea gyrophylla has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pilea gyrophylla: This plant is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Pilea gyrophylla

Pilea gyrophylla is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers.

Pilea gyrophylla FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Pilea gyrophylla?

Pilea gyrophylla prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal humidity for Pilea gyrophylla?

Pilea gyrophylla prefers high humidity, ideally between 50-70%.

How much light does Pilea gyrophylla need?

Pilea gyrophylla prefers bright, indirect light.

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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