Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Urticaceae
Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
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Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
Quick Care Guide
Watering
Water when ~10–25% dry
Substrate
Aerated • Moisture-buffered • Balanced organic + mineral • Medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–24 °C • Avoid below: 15 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
Upright clumping herbaceous perennial.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Slow
Max size indoors
Max. height: 30 cm • Max. spread: 30 cm
Toxicity & safety
Non-toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Pilea involucrata; species native from Central America to Peru and the Windward Islands
Outdoor growing
Outside from 15 °C · sheltered spot
How to read these values
These care values are quick reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a guide, then adjust for pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the substrate dries.
For more detail, read the full product description or visit our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level and approximate lux at leaf level.
- Watering: “% dry” shows how far the substrate should dry before watering again.
- Substrate: structure, drainage, moisture retention, base material and particle size.
- Temperature: “Ideal” shows the preferred range; “Avoid below” marks the cold-stress threshold.
- Humidity: target range; steady conditions usually matter more than exact numbers.
- Growth habit: how the plant grows, such as upright, climbing, trailing, clumping or rosette-forming.
- Support: whether a stake, pole or trellis is needed, optional or unnecessary.
- Growth speed: expected pace under suitable indoor conditions; use as a guide, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term indoor size under good conditions.
- Toxicity & safety: irritation, toxicity or physical hazards such as spines or bristles.
- Origin & habitat: native range, hybrid background or typical habitat where relevant.
- Outdoor growing: when a potted indoor plant can be placed outside and what outdoor protection it needs.
Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley' has deeply puckered, toothed leaves in bronze-green to purple-bronze tones. Raised areas and darker valleys give each blade a strongly textured surface.
This compact Pilea grows as a dense mound in warm, humid indoor setups. Bright indirect light, warmth and evenly moist but well-drained substrate keep the textured leaves from browning or collapsing.
Puckered bronze leaves on Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
- Leaf surface: Strong puckering creates deep raised and recessed texture across the blade.
- Leaf colour: Bronze-green, purple-bronze and darker green tones can sit together on the same plant.
- Leaf edge: Toothed margins give the ovate leaves a sharper outline.
- Growth habit: Compact, mounding growth fits small pots and humid vitrines.
- Terrarium culture: The plant can grow in terrarium-style setups when airflow is present and the substrate is not kept soggy.
Compact growth in Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley' stays relatively small, with textured leaves carried close enough together to form a dense mound. The heavy puckering makes the foliage more sensitive to dry air and irregular watering than plain, flat leaves.
In a vitrine or terrarium, airflow still matters. Warm humidity can keep new leaves expanding cleanly, but stagnant wet conditions around the stems can lead to rot and spotting.
Care guide for Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
- Light: Give bright indirect light. Direct sun can scorch the raised leaf surface and fade the bronze tones.
- Watering: Keep the substrate lightly moist, then water again once the top layer starts to dry.
- Humidity: Moderate to higher humidity keeps the puckered leaves from crisping at the edges.
- Temperature: Keep it warm and steady. Avoid cold draughts and cold wet substrate.
- Substrate: Use a moisture-retentive but airy mix with enough drainage to protect the stems and roots.
- Airflow: In closed displays, gentle airflow reduces leaf spots and stem rot risk.
- Pruning: Pinch or trim stretched stems to keep the plant compact and full.
Common issues with Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
- Brown edges: Often caused by dry air, drying too far or light that is too intense.
- Yellow leaves: Usually linked to overwatering or a root zone that stays wet for too long.
- Stem rot: Can develop in stagnant, wet substrate, especially in closed humid setups.
- Leaf spots: More likely when leaves remain wet and airflow is poor.
- Pests: Check textured foliage for mealybugs and spider mites, especially along veins and stem joints.
Safety for Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
Pilea are generally considered non-toxic houseplants, but chewing leaves can still upset pets’ stomachs. Place it out of reach if cats, dogs or children regularly bite plants.
Botanical background for Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
The 'Moon Valley' name refers to the deeply puckered leaf surface.
Plant names, growth habits, natural habitats and indoor care guidance are checked against trusted botanical, habitat and horticultural references before publication.View our plant care resources and references.
Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
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Pilea involucrata 'Moon Valley'
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