Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
refracta
ID:
473995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(5): 5 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473327

Common Names

  • Refracta Friendship Plant
  • Pancake Plant
  • UFO Plant

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Description

Pilea refracta (also called Refracting Pilea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is characterized by its glossy, dark green leaves and stems, and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilea refracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilea refracta has small, white flowers and its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilea refracta is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Pilea refracta

Pilea refracta is native to the Caribbean islands.

Pilea refracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilea refracta?

Pilea refracta

What are the common names of Pilea refracta?

Refracting Pilea

What are the care requirements for Pilea refracta?

Pilea refracta requires moist, well-drained soil and 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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