Tropical plant, can grow anywhere, including indoor
Frost Tender
Yes
Exposure
Shade
Soil pH
No specific issues
Propagation
Propagates easily by stem tip cuttings in spring or summer
Uses
Indoor ornamental foliage plant
Other Details
As the name indicates, the foliage of aluminum plant looks like it has been splashed with aluminum paint, hence the common name. This is an upright, herbaceous perennial that is noted for its textured green and silver foliage. Leaf appearance gives rise to an additional common name of watermelon pilea. Tiny green flowers may appear in cymes. Indoor plants rarely flower and fruit. This plants likes high humidity. Image by M. Farooq
