Aluminum Pilea Plant

Aluminum Pilea Plant – Shimmering Green & Silver Foliage

Bring a pop of sparkle to your indoor garden with the Aluminum Pilea (Pilea cadierei). Native to Vietnam, this eye-catching plant is prized for its textured green leaves splashed with striking silver markings—almost as if brushed with metallic paint. Growing in a compact, shrubby clump up to 12” tall, it’s the perfect plant to brighten shelves, desks, or plant stands.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Pilea cadierei

• Common Name: Aluminum Plant

• Height: Up to 12" tall

• Growth Habit: Upright, shrubby clump

• Foliage: Deep green with silver accents

Why You’ll Love It

• Unique Metallic Look – Textured foliage with silver splashes adds instant brightness.

• Compact Growth – Perfect for tabletops, desks, or smaller indoor spaces.

• Low Maintenance – A hardy perennial that thrives with minimal fuss.

• Conversation Starter – Its “painted” leaves make it stand out in any plant collection.