Lesser Clearweed (Pilea Fontana) is a annual herb in the Urticaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Pilea fontana is an annual herbaceous plant native to moist, shaded woodlands and wetlands in eastern North America.

Lesser Clearweed

Lesser Clearweed

Pilea Fontana

Pilea fontana is an annual herbaceous plant native to moist, shaded woodlands and wetlands in eastern North America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, understory plant, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lesser Clearweed

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Urticaceae
Genus:Pilea