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Ellen Pilea

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Light Needs

Light Needs

Bright Indirect Light to Medium Light
Mature Height

Mature Height

1 Foot
Mature Spread

Mature Spread

6 - 11 Inches
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Feature

Pet Safe

Ellen Pilea is a wonderfully unusual plant with textured, metallic-looking foliage. Ellen Pilea or Pilea cadierei is also known commonly as Silver-Plated Pilea. This easy-to-care-for houseplant is low maintenance with a compact habit. Pileas are native to tropical and subtropical regions.

Best Locations For Growing Ellen Pilea

Ellen Pilea, with its compact, bushy habit, is suitable for many locations in the home or office. This beauty will be happy near a bright window in any room of the home. The plant is not toxic to pets and children. Ellen Pilea can also be grown outdoors in a partial sun location.

Ellen Pilea Sunlight Requirements

Ellen Pilea prefers bright indirect light. Do not place this plant in direct full sun or the foliage will burn. At the same time, too little light will make the plant become stretched and leggy. Pileas will grow and stretch toward the sun, so rotate your plants at least once a week to encourage them to grow evenly. 

Ellen Pilea Care

Ellen Pilea is a low-maintenance plant that does not require special attention. Provide this Pilea with well-drained soil and adequate light. Beyond removing dead leaves, there is no need to prune Ellen Pilea. Pinching can encourage a bushy habit.

Watering Ellen Pilea

Ellen Pilea appreciates regular waterings. Water thoroughly when the soil dries out. Reduce watering in the winter time. Ellen Pilea prefers moderate to high humidity. Add a humidifier, mist leaves regularly, or place plants on a pebble tray to increase humidity levels.

Feeding Ellen Pilea

Fertilize with a balanced houseplant fertilizer once a month during the growing season and do not fertilize during the winter.

Ellen Pilea Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light
Care Requirements: Easy
Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.
Pet Friendly: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Air Purifier: High
Habit: Clumping
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Height: 12 inches
Mature Spread: 8 inches
Flowering: Yes
Flower Color(s): White
Flower Shade/Description: White
Fragrant:
Foliage Type:
Foliage Color(s): Green, Silver
Foliage Description: Dark Green and Silver
Temperature: 60° - 75°F (16° - 24°C)
Humidity: Average (40% - 60%)
Common Name: Ellen Pilea
Other Name(s): Silver Plated Pilea
Scientific Name: Pilea cadierei 'Ellen'
Plant Type: House Plant
SKU:
Pilea_Ellen-HP
Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

2 Pot
2" Pot

Also Known As:
Mini pot

Plant Age:
~ 2-6 months

Plant Size:
~ 2"-4"

Pot Size:
~ 1.9"H x 2"W

Volume:
~ .012-0.15 quarts

3 Pot
3" Pot

Also Known As:
Small pot

Plant Age:
~ 3-6 months

Plant Size:
~ 2"-6"

Pot Size:
~ 2.5"H x 3"W

Volume:
~ 0.3 quarts

4 Pot
4" Pot

Also Known As:
Quart pot

Plant Age:
~ 6 months

Plant Size:
~ 5"-10"

Pot Size:
~ 3.5"H x 4"W

Volume:
~ 0.75 quarts

6 Pot
6" Pot

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 6-12 months

Plant Size:
~ 8"-16"

Pot Size:
~ 5"H x 6"W

Volume:
1.5 quarts

8 Pot
8" Pot

Also Known As:
Large pot

Plant Age:
~ 1-2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-24"

Pot Size:
~ 6"H x 8"W

Volume:
~ 3 quarts

10 Pot
10" Pot

Also Known As:
'

Plant Age:
~ 2-3 years

Plant Size:
~ 16"-36"

Pot Size:
~ 7.25"H x 10”W

Volume:
~ 4.5-5 quarts

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