Pilea cadierei - Aluminium plant
Regular price $0.00Pilea cadierei is known as the Aluminum plant due to its raised silver pattern on each ovate, green leaf. P. cadierei forms a dense shrub of shiny green and silver foliage and is perfect for shaded garden, table displays and hanging baskets.
Current Pot Size: 120mm
Synonyms: Aluminium plant, Watermelon Pilea
Endemic: China and Vietnam
Watering: Don't over water, they like to dry out between waterings. Water less during colder months.
Maintenance: Trim back to make the plant even bushier. If leaves are appearing sparse or stem is stretching, it is an indicator that it is not receiving enough light.
All plants pictured are considered an accurate representation of the plant you will receive. It represents the rough size, colour and condition. These are plants however and due to changes in climatic conditions and plant variation there will be minor differences.
We are now adding in 'Transport risk' in the product description as some plants are more delicate than others and/or find transport stressful. We will rate in terms of Low, Medium or High risk and discuss specifically to the plant in question. If this information is not provided yet please feel free to reach out via email to ask. Please also note that if plants are sent with new leaves that haven't had the chance to harden off they are susceptible to physical damage in transit as the slightest touch can cause it.
Please note that we use 'Bugs for Bugs' regularly as a preventative control measure for pests. These predatory bugs are administered in vermiculite. This vermiculite is sprinkles onto the leaves and sometimes remains.
