Pilea encompasses a group of compact, low-maintenance plants that can function as either annuals or evergreen perennials, exhibiting a trailing growth pattern and stems that have a slight succulence. The leaves are simple and rounded, showcasing various markings, textures, and colors, including green, bronze, silver, and white. While flowering is uncommon, when it occurs, clusters of bright green buds develop into pink or white blooms during the spring or summer months. Certain varieties are particularly suited for use in terrariums or bottle gardens. Featured examples include Pilea spruceana and Pilea peperomioides.

Pilea comprises both annuals and evergreen perennials characterized by slightly fleshy stems. The leaves are typically simple and may exhibit interesting markings or textures, while the flowers are generally small and pinkish in color.

Pilea

Pilea 'Anette'

Pilea 'Aquamarine' is a tender evergreen perennial typically cultivated indoors. It features trailing stems that exhibit a reddish hue, adorned with small, rounded leaves that display a silvery grey-green coloration.

Pilea 'Aquamarine'

Pilea 'Moonglow'

Pilea 'Pinokkio'

Pilea 'Silver Tree'

A robust perennial known for its clump-forming growth, reaching approximately 50 cm in height. It features spreading stolons and upright stems, adorned with glossy green leaves that have coarsely serrated edges and elongated tips. In early autumn, clusters of small white flowers emerge from the leaf axils.

Pilea angulata subsp. petiolaris

Pilea bronxensis

Pilea cadierei is a compact, evergreen perennial that typically reaches a height of 30 cm. Its leaves are obovate and feature distinctive silver markings along the veins. The flowers are not particularly noteworthy and do not appear abundantly. This plant is well-suited for use in terrariums and bottle gardens.

Pilea cadierei

Pilea cadierei 'Kejapa99'

Pilea cadierei 'Minima Nana'

Pilea cadierei 'Minima'

Pilea cadieri 'Nana'

Pilea depressa is a soft, trailing perennial that retains its foliage year-round. Its stems are adorned with small, rounded leaves that have a glossy green finish, arranged in alternating pairs.

Pilea depressa

Pilea fasciata

Pilea glaucophylla is a perennial, trailing houseplant characterized by its small, silvery-green leaves and vibrant orange-red stems. This plant spreads easily, making it a suitable choice for hanging arrangements or as a cascading element on shelves or bookcases. It requires minimal care, making it an excellent option for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts.

Pilea glaucophylla

Pilea glaucophylla 'Greyzy' is a tender, evergreen perennial featuring small, rounded leaves with a silvery grey-green hue. These leaves are arranged in alternating pairs along its trailing pink stems.

Pilea glaucophylla 'Greyzy'

Pilea grandis

Pilea inaequalis

Pilea insolens is a herbaceous perennial that typically reaches a height of about 50 cm. It features creeping stolons and upright stems that showcase unique, asymmetrical green leaves characterized by prominent veining and elongated, pointed tips. In the summer months, it produces clusters of small white flowers.

Pilea insolens

Pilea involucrata is a perennial plant that grows to about 25 cm in height. It features dark green leaves that are heavily textured and have a bronze tint, often with lighter edges. This species is well-suited for use in terrariums and bottle gardens.

Pilea involucrata

Pilea involucrata 'Bronze'

Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley' is an evergreen perennial that reaches up to 30 cm in height. It features deep bronze-purple, ovate leaves that are toothed and have a distinctively textured surface. The leaf edges are frequently light green. This plant is well-suited for terrariums and bottle gardens.

Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'

Pilea involucrata 'Norfolk'

Pilea kiotensis

Pilea libanensis

Pilea macrophylla

This perennial plant forms compact clumps, reaching approximately 30 cm in height. Its leaves are coarsely toothed and deeply veined, displaying green hues interspersed with silvery white streaks. In late summer or early autumn, it produces loose clusters of small greenish-white flowers.

Pilea matsudae 'Taiwan Silver'

Pilea microphylla

Pilea mollis

Pilea mollis 'Moon Valley'

Pilea mongolica

Pilea nummulariifolia

This upright, evergreen perennial can reach heights of over 30 cm. It features fleshy, rounded leaves that grow on long stalks, measuring up to 10 cm in length. Occasionally, it produces small pale green flowers that may have a hint of pink.

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides 'Bambino'

Pilea peperomioides 'Sugar' (v)

Pilea peperomioides 'White Splash' (v)

Pilea peperomioides Mojito ('Mospilmoj') is a small, perennial evergreen that reaches a height of approximately 20 cm. It features thick, rounded leaves that are green with lighter green variegation. In spring, it produces clusters of small pale green flowers on stems that have a hint of pink.

Pilea peperomioides Mojito ('Mospilmoj') (v)

Pilea plataniflora

Pilea plataniflora 'Glossy'

Pilea plataniflora 'Pelling'

Pilea pubescens

Pilea pumila

Pilea repens

Pilea scripta is a perennial plant with a woody base, characterized by its spreading stolons and upright stems that can reach heights of up to 1.2 meters. The leaves are bright green, elliptical in shape, and feature deep veins along with shallowly serrated margins and pointed tips. In late summer to early autumn, small clusters of white or pink flowers emerge from the upper leaf axils.

Pilea scripta

Pilea serpyllacea

Pilea serpyllifolia

Pilea spruceana is a clump-forming perennial that typically reaches a height of around 30 cm and is primarily cultivated indoors. Its leaves are oval-shaped, featuring a prominent pucker, deeply recessed veins, and a scalloped margin. The foliage displays a rich reddish-green hue, accented by wide, grey-silver stripes. The plant produces flowers that are not particularly noticeable.