{"product_id":"pilea-depressa","title":"Pilea depressa - Friendship Plant","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis Pilea's tiny leaves thrive by creeping over the forest floor in its native tropical Central American climes, and they will look fantastic on your shelf or in a terrarium too. Its little round leaves are almost translucent green, with slightly frilled edges and almost-pink stems. Easy to propagate from stem cuttings, this plant will be happiest in a high humidity environment like a terrarium, and loves anywhere it can creep along the soil, your shelf or sideboard, your carpet... or trail from a shelf too! Keep this plant happy with high humidity and bright, indirect light and it will give you a return on your investment with gorgeous, glossy foliage, whether trailing, climbing or creeping, and maybe even minuscule clusters of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003ePilea depressa\u003c\/em\u003e (low-lying plant with leaves like felt caps)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSynonyms: \u003cem\u003eAdicea depressa, Urtica depressa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis plant was originally classified as \u003cem\u003eUrtica depressa,\u003c\/em\u003e but the current name \u003cem\u003ePilea depressa\u003c\/em\u003e has been accepted for over a century following its publication in 1856.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFriendship Plant, Pilea, Baby Tears, Depressed Clearweed\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to tropical islands in Central America, namely Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Haiti\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions. Too much direct sunlight may scorch its leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top layer of soil feels dry and try and make sure the leaves don't get wet as this can make them rot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThrives in high humidity levels, so consider using a pebble tray or growing it in a closed terrarium.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a well-draining potting mix that retains moisture well. A mix designed for syngoniums, or one with plenty of moisture-retentive coir plus some grit and bark for oxygen circulation.Repot every few years as the plant grows.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every four waters in the growing season, reduce to every six in autumn and winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEnjoys temperatures between 18-26°C. Protect from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 12°C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes, this plant is considered non-toxic to pets, making it a safe choice for homes with animals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEncourage bushier growth by pinching back the tips of the plant. This will promote more branching and lead to a fuller appearance. Also, consider propagating cuttings to share with friends or use to build terrariums, spreading the love from this little plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"8.5cm","offer_id":53527005921661,"sku":"5086376540371","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/pilea-depressa-friendship-plant-802960.jpg?v=1731050836","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/pilea-depressa","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}