Pilea Microphylla

Pilea Microphylla is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Rockweed →

Common Rockweed Problems →

Pilea Microphylla prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Rockweed Water Frequency →

Rockweed Root Rot →

Pilea Microphylla may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Rockweed Light Requirements →

Rockweed Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Pilea Microphylla is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Rockweed Toxicity to Dogs →

Pilea Microphylla doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Rockweed Humidity Needs →

Pilea Microphylla does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

When and How to Successfully Repot Rockweed →

Pilea Microphylla should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Rockweed →

It’s common for Pilea Microphylla to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Pilea Microphylla is native to Worldwide.

Pilea Microphylla grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Rockweed →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Pilea Microphylla can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 11a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Rockweed Temperature Tolerance →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Rockweed →
• Drooping Rockweed Leaves →
• Rockweed Dropping Leaves →
• Rockweed Mushy Leaves →
• Brown Spots on Rockweed →
• Rockweed Leaves Falling Over →
• Rockweed Root Rot →