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4.2 out of 5 (6 experiences)


About Pilea mollis
Pilea plants are native to regions worldwide, and often have succulent, water-storing leaves. A handful of them are grown as houseplants, but the rest of the 600+ species are wild plants. Their name comes from the Latin for 'felt cap' which refers to the unique way that their fruits are protected. Fossils of Pilea species have been found dating back over 5 million years ago!
Taxonomy
Pilea mollis
Pilea
Urticaceae
Rosales
Also known as
Moon Valley

How to care for Pilea mollis
How often to water your Pilea mollis

every 9
Pilea mollis needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Pilea mollis in your home

a window
Pilea mollis may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Pilea mollis in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Pilea mollis

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Pilea mollis after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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What are these white dots on the bottom of her leaves ? Can someone tell me what to do 🫣 #Pilea
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I had no idea these things flower- does this mean its happy?
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My plant grew some weird meatball flowers. Enjoy. #floweringplants
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I saw webbing and tiny bugs I’m assuming spider mites how do I treat? I just got her and am nervous she’s away from my other plants now #Pilea #spidermites #MitesFliesGnatsAndAphids #help
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First spray with neem oil mixture, hoping those spidey b*stards die lolol #PestControl #pestsmakepeopleunhappy #spidermites
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Anyone know what this bubbly texture is from? Should I be concerned 😅 #Pilea
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Why is she getting black leaves and dropping them like crazy?
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Why does my Chinese money plant look like this? #Pilea
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My plant was propagated from a larger one by my uncle, a huge green thumb. After getting them, Melody went through a long car ride and is very stressed. They have some crisp, droopy leaves, but should I cut them? If so, how? #Pilea
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This white stuff is growing in the soil. Also in another plants soil. Any help or suggestions gladly taken. Thank you #Pilea
Care Summary for Pilea mollis
Pilea mollis
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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