Pilea 'Mojito' — H20 cm | Pot Ø13 cm
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Frequently asked questions
How do you preserve the silver patterns on the Pilea Mojito? Place it in a bright spot without direct sunlight — the silver patterns intensify with bright light and gradually fade in partial shade.
Is the Pilea Mojito easy to propagate? Yes — take a stem segment with at least one node, place it in a glass of water on a bright windowsill, and roots will appear in 1 to 2 weeks.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
ZEN ARRIVAL GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🐾 Non-toxic • 🌿 Soft green foliage with silver marbled patterns • ☀️ Indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H20 cm | Pot Ø13 cm
Pilea 'Mojito' is a compact plant native to the tropical forests of Vietnam, prized for its light green leaves adorned with irregular silver marbled patterns — a bright, refreshing natural design that is rare among Pileas. Its rapid growth and minimal care requirements make it ideal for shelves and desks. A reliable choice among easy-care plants.
The brighter the light (without direct sun), the more intense the silver patterns become — in partial shade, the leaves gradually turn greener. Its water and humidity needs are similar to those of plants suited to a tropical setting.
Light & placement
Pilea 'Mojito' thrives in bright indirect light to maintain its vivid silver patterns — this is the most important factor in preserving its distinctive visual character.
- Light: bright indirect light to partial shade — avoid direct sun.
- Ideal for: desk, shelf, windowsill, bedroom, kitchen.
- Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden fluctuations.
- Substrate: light, rich, and well-drained — universal potting soil with perlite.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate — allow the surface of the substrate to dry between waterings. Pilea is one of the most forgiving of the 10 easy-care plants.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring and summer, every two weeks in winter.
- Humidity: prefers 50 to 70% humidity — mist occasionally or group plants together.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring and summer, using diluted liquid houseplant fertilizer.
- Pruning: pinch the stems to encourage branching and a bushy growth habit.
Decorating ideas & plant pairings
Its silver marbled patterns make it a luminous accent plant — it brings lightness and visual freshness to arrangements of uniform green foliage.
- In a Pilea collection: pair it with Pilea peperomioides with bright green round leaves and miniature trailing Pilea depressa — three Pileas, three radically different shapes and textures, the same genus, and the same care requirements.
- Contrasting patterns: pair it with Peperomia caperata Rosso with burgundy puckered foliage — Mojito's silver patterns versus Rosso's burgundy texture, two compact plants with strong visual character.
- Decorative pot: a matte white, gray, or terracotta ceramic pot highlights the silver patterns without competing with them.
Verdeia tips
- More light = more silver: place it in the brightest available spot without direct sun — the silver patterns intensify directly under bright light and fade in partial shade.
- Pinch regularly: cut the tips of overly long stems just above a node — the plant will branch out, increasing density and maintaining a compact, bushy growth habit.
- Rotate the pot monthly: regular rotation ensures even growth and prevents the stems from leaning toward the light source on one side.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Pilea 'Mojito'
- Origin: tropical forests of Vietnam
- Pot diameter: Ø13 cm
- Approximate height: H20 cm
- Mature size: up to 30–40 cm indoors
- Light: bright indirect light / partial shade
- Watering: moderate
- Care: easy
- Non-toxic to pets and children
- Decorative style: Bright / Refreshing / Compact
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the silver patterns and the density of the foliage naturally vary depending on the light and the plant's age.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.