Pilea Norfolk

Pilea involucrata Norfolk is a compact, creeping perennial grown for its deeply textured foliage and contrasting leaf colouration. This cultivar of Pilea involucrata forms low, spreading stems with opposite, ovate leaves that are strongly quilted. The leaf surface is dark green to bronze with pronounced silvery-green veining, while the undersides are flushed burgundy to red. New growth often emerges brighter green before deepening in colour as it matures.

Its naturally spreading habit makes it well-suited to pots, shallow planters or terrariums. Stems root easily at the nodes where they touch the soil, forming a dense mat over time. In indoor conditions in the UK, it typically remains under 30cm tall with a wider spread, making it perfect for growing indoors in smaller spaces.

Origins
Pilea ‘Norfolk’ is a selected cultivar of Pilea involucrata, a species native to tropical Central and South America and the Caribbean, where it grows as a small terrestrial plant on shaded, humid rainforest floors.

Soil and Substrate
Use our Simply Terrarium Potting Mix, a light, moisture-retentive blend that suits shallow roots.