Pilea cadiere

Aluminum plant

Featuring dark green foliage adorned with large silver patches, the aluminum plant brightens up shaded areas of the garden. This small tropical plant is prized for its ornamental appeal and easy care.

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Our Species

Aluminum plant

Nom scientifique :

Pilea cadiere

Nom vernaculaire :

Aluminum plant

Carte d’identité
de l’espèce

Native to the humid tropical forests of Southeast Asia, the Aluminum Plant naturally thrives away from direct sunlight, beneath the canopy of large trees. Its glossy foliage allows it to capture light even in the densest undergrowth. At the Jardin de Balata, it contributes to the lush atmosphere of shaded areas where many tropical plants thrive.

Famille :

Urticaceae

Origine géographique :

Vietnam and South China

Taille :

30 40cm de hauteur

Floraison :

All year round

Habitat :

Tropical rainforest understory

Classe :

Magnoliopsida

Ordre :

Rosales

A floating plant perfectly adapted to aquatic life

The water hyacinth is easily recognized by its round, fleshy leaves supported by air-filled petioles that ensure its buoyancy. This adaptation allows it to drift freely on the water's surface without needing to be rooted in the soil.

Its flowers, grouped in erect clusters, appear for several months of the year in tropical climates. Their violet to lavender hue is enhanced by a small yellow spot on the upper petal. Highly melliferous, they attract various pollinating insects.

Like the fringed water lily (Nymphoides indica) or the sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera), the water hyacinth contributes to the diversity of aquatic gardens. Below the surface, its long fibrous roots provide a refuge for numerous invertebrates and contribute to the pond's ecosystem.

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