What is Pilea?
Pilea is a popular houseplant with attractive, round leaves and small, delicate flowers. It’s native to tropical areas of South America and has been grown as a decorative houseplant for centuries. There are many varieties of Pilea, all of which need similar care conditions in order to thrive indoors.
Propagating Pilea Leaves
Propagating pilea leaves is an easy way to increase your collection or share this beautiful plant with friends and family. Propagation involves taking cuttings from existing plants and then growing new ones from these cuttings. This process can be done at any time throughout the year, but the best times are usually spring or summer when growth hormones are most active in the plant. Here’s how you can propagate pilea leaves:
Step 1: Take Cuttings
Gently twist off several healthy stem tips that have three or four pairs of mature leaves on them; discard any damaged stems immediately. You can also use scissors if needed to make sure you don’t damage the parent plant while taking out the cutting(s). Make sure each cutting has at least one leaf node (the spot where two sets of leaves meet) so that it will be able to form roots later on. Place the cuttings into a cup filled with lukewarm water until you’re ready for step 2 below!
Step 2: Prepare Containers
Fill small pots or containers with moist potting soil mix and make sure they have drainage holes so excess water can escape easily during watering sessions. Plant each individual cutting about 0-1/4 inch deep into their respective containers making sure not to cover up any leaf nodes which will serve as root points later on! Water lightly after planting each container making sure there isn’t too much moisture since this could lead to rot instead of rooting success!
