Also known as Friendship Plant · 1 saves
Pilea
Pilea, the genus most gardeners know as friendship plant. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Pilea varieties
Species of Pilea
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Pilea in Sow
Save the Pilea you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Pilea questions
How many types of Pilea are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Pilea varieties. The most popular — ranked by 1 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Pilea grow in?
Across its varieties, Pilea covers USDA Zones 10–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Pilea bloom?
Most Pilea varieties bloom in late spring, spring, rarely indoors. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Pilea should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.