Pilea microphylla (Artillery Plant)

Pilea microphylla, Pilea serpyllacea, Artillery Plant, Gunpowder Plant

Botanical names: Pilea microphylla, Pilea serpyllacea

Common names: Artillery Plant, Gunpowder Plant

Family: Urticaceae

Origin: Central and South America

Small plant 2-5 ftFull sunModerate waterRegular waterOrnamental foliage

Annual or short-lived perennial herbs; stems succulent, sometimes slightly woody at base. Good as a groundcover or in containers. Easily propagated from stem cuttings.


Similar plants: Pilea microphylla (Artillery Plant)




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