Urticaceae
Pilea peperomioides 'Sugar'
Care at a glance
- Water
- Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, allowing excess to drain. Reduce watering frequency in winter.
- Light
- Prefers bright, indirect light; direct sun can scorch leaves. Rotate regularly to maintain an even shape.
- Humidity
- Tolerates average household humidity but appreciates higher levels.
- Temperature
- Thrives in temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
- Soil
- Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally one formulated for houseplants or succulents.
- Fertilizer
- Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer).
- Toxicity
- Considered non-toxic to pets and humans.
- Propagation
- Easily propagated from stem cuttings or the numerous 'pups' that emerge from the soil around the mother plant.
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