How to Grow and Care for Aluminum plant

Aluminum plant, also known as Watermelon pilea

Aluminum plant is generally recognized for its ease of care, making it a suitable choice for novice gardeners. Key care points include maintaining moist soil without waterlogging and providing bright, indirect light to avoid leaf discoloration. Special care should be taken to avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves, and to ensure proper drainage to prevent root rot.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full shade

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Planting and Growing Aluminum plant

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full shade
Soil Type	Potting Mix, Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Early spring
Hardiness Zones	10-12

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Varieties of Aluminum plant

Aluminum plant 'Minima'

Aluminum plant 'Minima' is smaller than its parent Aluminium plant and hence ideally suited for growing as a houseplant. 'Minima' is the perfect name for this attractive, but diminutive, dwarf plant. This cultivar is much-loved for its attractive evergreen leaves with striking, almost geometric, silver patterns on its glossy green leaves.

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Aluminum plant showcases glistening dark green leaves with silver patches, a testament to its common nickname 'Aluminum Plant'. Each leaf, usually around 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) in length, is oval with a slightly pointed tip and has deeply embossed veins that accentuate the metallic sheen. The stems are thin but sturdy, often cascading if not pinched back for compact growth. This foliage-centric specimen thrives indoors under specific conditions, favoring moderate moisture and well-draining peaty substrates.