Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux






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Pilea spruceana 'Norfolk' is a compact tropical foliage plant with heavily textured oval leaves marked by deep, spine-like veins and a strong metallic finish. New growth often opens with a pink-red cast before settling into silver-green with dark charcoal veining, so the plant keeps a shifting, layered look even at a small size. It usually stays around 30–45 cm tall and grows as a bushy, upright clump that suits desks, shelves, and grouped displays.
Bright, indirect light helps maintain the clearest colour, while a rich but free-draining mix, moderate watering after the surface dries slightly, and humidity above average support fuller growth. Pinching the tips encourages density, and stem cuttings root readily when warmth and even moisture are consistent.
Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Water
Water when ~15–25% dry
Substrate
Aerated • Moisture-buffered • Balanced organic + mineral • Medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–24 °C • Avoid below: 10 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
creeping/mounding groundcover
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 30 cm • Max. spread: 30 cm
Toxicity & safety
Non-toxic & Pet Friendly
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Pilea spruceana
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
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