Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
manniana
ID:
473959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(1): 117 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473291

Common Names

  • Mann's Friendship Plant
  • Mann's Pancake Plant
  • UFO Plant

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Synonyms

  • Adicea manniana (Wedd.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Pilea manniana (also called False Nettle, 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 manniana is a popular houseplant and can be used to decorate a home or office. It is also known to be an effective air purifier, helping to remove toxins from the air. It is also known to be a low-maintenance plant, making it a great choice for those who don't have a lot of time to care for their plants.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pilea manniana are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilea manniana 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 manniana

Pilea manniana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Pilea manniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilea manniana?

Pilea manniana

What is the common name of Pilea manniana?

Mann's Pilea

What is the natural habitat of Pilea manniana?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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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