Pilea nummulariifolia

Creeping Charlie

Easy careTerrestrialNon-toxic5–20 cm

A fast-growing trailing Pilea with small, scalloped green leaves on creeping stems. It does best in bright indirect light, steady humidity, and moist soil. Its spreading habit fills gaps between taller plants in closed terrariums.

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Care

Prefers high humidity, bright indirect light, with 18–27 °C, and reaches 20 cm at maturity.

Light

Bright indirect(preferred)Indirect light

Humidity

High (60–80%)(preferred)

Temperature

10°C25°C40°C
18°C – 27°C

Soil

Peat moss(preferred)Well draining

Moisture

Moist(preferred)

Soil pH

6 – 7

Propagation

No description available.

Native range

Native to Northern South America and Caribbean.

Appearance

Growth habit

CreepingTrailing

Leaf shape

OvalRound

Leaf texture

Crinkled

Frequently asked

Can Creeping Charlie grow in a closed terrarium?

Yes. Creeping Charlie prefers high (60–80%) humidity, which is what a closed terrarium provides, and tolerates bright-indirect-light-loving conditions.

Does Creeping Charlie need drainage?

Creeping Charlie prefers a moist substrate. Drainage is helpful but not critical; consistent moisture matters more.

What humidity does Creeping Charlie need?

Creeping Charlie does best in high (60–80%) humidity.

Is Creeping Charlie pet-safe?

Creeping Charlie is considered non-toxic to common household pets.

How tall does Creeping Charlie grow?

Creeping Charlie typically reaches 5–20 cm at maturity.

How do you propagate Creeping Charlie?

Creeping Charlie can be propagated by stem cuttings.

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