Care Guide for Pilea Cadierei – Aluminium Watermelon Plant
Welcome to your new plant friend, the Pilea Cadierei! Known for its stunning silver patterns on lush green leaves, this easy-to-care-for plant will add a touch of elegance to any space. Here’s all you need to know to keep your Aluminium Plant thriving.
☀️ Light
☀️☀️▫️ (Medium)
The Aluminium Plant enjoys bright, indirect light. It’s best placed in a spot where it will receive plenty of light without being exposed to harsh midday sun, which can scorch its leaves.
💧 Water
💧💧▫️ (Medium)
Water your Pilea Cadierei when the top layer of soil feels dry to the touch. Ensure the pot has good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
🌡️️ Temperature
🌡️️🌡️️▫️ (Average)
This plant prefers typical indoor temperatures from 18°C to 24°C. Try to avoid sudden temperature drops and cold drafts, which can stress the plant.
💦 Humidity
💦💦▫️ (Moderate)
Pilea Cadierei thrives in a moderately humid environment, making it perfect for terrariums and vivariums. Regular misting or a pebble tray can help increase humidity levels.
💦 Repotting
Repot your Aluminium Plant every 1-2 years or when it outgrows its pot. Use a well-draining soil mix, ideally our Highland Moss premium potting mix, to encourage healthy growth.
🐾 Pet Friendliness
This plant is non-toxic and safe for pets. A great choice for pet owners who want to keep their furry friends safe!
🐾 Recommended Locations at Home
Place your Pilea in locations like living rooms, studies, or kitchens, where it can receive adequate light without direct sun exposure. It’s compact enough to fit on shelves or desks, adding a lively splash of green.
🌬️🪴 Air Purifying
Yes, the Pilea Cadierei is known for its air-purifying properties. It helps remove common household toxins from the air, making it not just beautiful but beneficial too!
✨ Other Plant Features
Each Pilea Cadierei is unique, with variations in leaf patterns and size, adding a personal touch to your plant collection. They’re also fast-growing and ideal for gifting, especially with their attractive foliage and easy-care nature.
If you have more questions, feel free to ask Mossbot or contact us through our website. Remember, we offer a free plant hospital service if your plant needs extra care!
Happy planting!
Pilea Cadierei Aluminium Watermelon Plant
Gorgeous little plant. Having recently had my first houseplant infestation of pests (seemed like all of them…) I was nervous about my new plants potentially bringing in something extra, or that mine would infect the new ones. I needn’t have worried. I did quarantine them and carried out daily inspections with a magnifying glass, (I know – need to get out more…) and absolutely nothing has hitched a ride to the sunny south.