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- Showy Foliage
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
- Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 10-12 inches
- Pet Safe
For an unusual house plant, the Moon Valley Pilea is hard to beat. Also known as the friendship plant or Moon plant, it is botanically named Pilea involucrata. Aptly named for its stunning, neon-green leaves that are richly textured, or moon-like, it will add color and interest wherever it is placed. The Moon Valley Pilea can even flower, producing small creamy white blooms, although it is the foliage that this pilea is grown for.
Best Locations For Growing Moon Valley Pilea
Being non-toxic to humans and pets, the Moon Valley Pilea can be grown in any room as long as it receives the correct light, water, and humidity levels.
Moon Valley Pilea Sunlight Requirements
Moon Valley Pilea thrives when it can receive bright, but indirect light. It can tolerate medium light levels, but make sure it is not placed in strong direct light, which can damage its elaborate foliage. Near an east-facing window seems to be ideal for this plant.
Moon Valley Pilea Care
Originating from Central and South America it is no surprise that the Moon Valley Pilea likes to be kept warm. Preferring a temperature of 68-85°F and high humidity, this plant will benefit from being placed on a wet pebble tray and regular misting. Any dying or dead leaves, misplaced stems, or faded blooms can simply be cut off just above a leaf node using a pair of clean and sharp scissors.
Watering Moon Valley Pilea Plant
The Moon Valley Pilea prefers to be grown in a moist, but free-draining soil. Watering with harvested rainwater is recommended as soon as the top layer of soil begins to dry out. However, this pilea is sensitive to overwatering and once watered, any excess water must be allowed to drain away freely to prevent the roots from sitting in water.
Feeding Moon Valley Pilea Plant
This pilea is not a hungry plant and receives most of the necessary nutrients from the soil. Nevertheless, to promote plant health and encourage lush foliage, feed Moon Valley every month from spring until fall with a balanced houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Moon Valley Pilea Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect 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: Moderate |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Growth Rate: Moderate |
| Mature Height: 10-12 inches |
| Mature Spread: 6-12 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Pink, White |
| Flower Shade/Description: Subtle Cream/Pink Blossoms |
| Fragrant: |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Apple-Green, Almost Neon |
| Temperature: 65° - 75°F (18° - 24°C) |
| Humidity: High |
| Common Name: Moon Valley Pilea |
| Other Name(s): Moon Valley |
| Scientific Name: Pilea mollis 'Moon Valley' |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Pilea_Moon.Valley-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.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
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Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
