Pilea pumila — a medium houseplant, prefers partial sun light
SPECIMEN · FROM THE LIBRARY
Pilea pumila

Pilea Pumila

Updated · 514 observations
Photo · (c) aljnrn, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC) COURTESY INATURALIST
ON THIS PLANT

Pilea pumila, commonly known as clearweed, Canadian clearweed, coolwort or richweed, is an herbaceous plant in the nettle family (Urticaceae). It is native to Asia and eastern North America, where it is broadly distributed.This plant is most often found in rich loamy soil, usually in moist to wet areas. Its natural habitat is in forests or other lightly shaded conditions. It is a common plant throughout its range, and forms large colonies where it is found. It grows in both high-quality habitats and in ecologically degraded areas. Due to its high tolerance for disturbance, it is often seen near buildings and as a garden weed.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Pilea
Family
Urticaceae
Hardiness Zone
4-8
Mature Height
20 cm to 49 cm
Mature Spread
6 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Green
Flower Size
2.54 cm
Bloom Time
Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Mid summer
Native Area
Russia, Koppen, Japan, China
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Canada Clearweed en Canadian Clearweed en Clearweed en Dwarf Clearweed en Coolweed en Green-fruited Clearweed en Coolwort en Richweed
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

You might also like.