Pilea nummulariifolia 'Creeping Charlie'
Pilea nummulariifolia 'Creeping Charlie'
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Species Name: Pilea nummulariifolia
Common name(s): Creeping Charlie
Defining Characteristics:
- An all-around, very popular, and easy to care for vining plant.
- Thick evergreen foliage with crinkly leaves that quickly form a dense ground cover
- Sometimes considered a nuisance by gardeners as it will attach to pretty much anything in its path.
Recommended Pot Size: Medium
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Temperature requirement: 65 - 80°F
Humidity: Moderate (30-70%) - Humid (70-100%)
Watering frequency: Regular watering. Water once the top inch of soil becomes dry.
Lighting: Full Shade - Partial Shade
Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here.
Growth rate: Fast
Height: 4-6”
Origin: Found in parts of Central and South America
Regional locality: Grows creeping as ground cover in tropical rainforest
USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-12
Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:
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Shipping Notes:
As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.
The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.