Pilea libanensis

Also Known As

Pilea glauca
Gray Artillery Fern
Silver Sparkles Plant
Silver Sprinkles
Silver Sprinkles Baby Tears

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 9"-12"

planting zones

10a-12

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Pilea libanensis plant details

Pilea libanensis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pilea libanensis

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: urticaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, prostrate, terrarium plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pilea libanensis

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tiny, blue-to-green leaves POP against red stems. Pilea glauca, or Silver Sparkles Plant, is a beautiful foliage plant displaying many, tiny silver-green leaves that grow tightly to form a dense, spherical shape. Pinch growing tips for a bushier plant. A wonderful plant for terrariums and hanging baskets. Plant in moist, well-drained soil with bright, indirect light. Fertilize monthly during active growth. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Pilea glauca is a small growing plant with metallic blue leaves and small red stems. Great for terrariums or as a ground cover in tropical climates.

By: Brian's Botanicals

Mounding spreading prostrate branching stems bearing tiny bluish green oval leaves making it perfect for terrariums.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

A great plant for carpeting topiary containers or where the most delicate foliage is needed. Tiny rounded silvery leaves on trailing succulent stems spread modestly on this selection of Pilea. It can easily be confused with Soleirolia, commonly known as Baby Tears.