Pilea Spruceana《冷水花》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Pilea spruceana:

• Striking bronze and silver variegated leaves

• Velvety surface with a subtle, shimmering finish

• Compact and perfect for small spaces or terrariums

• Adds depth and elegance to mixed foliage displays

🌿 Pilea spruceana – Care Guide

Also known as the Silver Tree Pilea, Pilea spruceana is a lesser-known gem among houseplants, admired for its textured leaves with metallic silver, bronze, or copper tones depending on the variety. With a compact, creeping growth habit and shimmering foliage, it makes a lovely accent for terrariums, mixed plant displays, or tabletop planters.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Thrives in bright, indirect light

• Tolerates lower light, but colors may fade

• Avoid direct sun – delicate leaves can scorch easily

💧 Watering

• Keep soil lightly moist but not soggy

• Water when the top layer of soil feels dry

• Likes humidity – mist occasionally or place near a humidifier

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use well-draining, peat-based soil (similar to African violet mix)

• Ensure pot has good drainage

• Ideal for terrariums, shallow planters, or dish gardens

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Prefers 18–24°C (65–75°F)

• Dislikes cold drafts or sudden temperature changes

• Enjoys moderate to high humidity – avoid overly dry environments

🍃 Fertilizing

• Feed every 4–6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer

• Skip feeding in winter when growth slows

• Avoid heavy fertilization – this is a delicate gower

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Pinch back stems to encourage fuller growth

• Trim leggy or discolored growth as needed

• Easy to propagate from stem cuttings – root in water or soil

✅ Ideal For

• Terrariums, desktops, plant shelf highlights, and mixed foliage arrangements

• Great for small space gardening or as a conversation piece

• A good fit for intermediate growers who love unique texture and color

⚠️ Pet Safety

• Generally considered non-toxic – but still best kept away from curious pets

Elevate your foliage collection with Pilea spruceana—a rare beauty that brings texture, color, and a hint of metallic magic.