Plant Information
Common Name: ARTILLERY PLANT
Scientific Name: Pilea microphylla
Alternative Names: Angelo weed, Joy powder plant, lace plant.
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Scientific Name: Pilea microphylla
Alternative Names: Angelo weed, Joy powder plant, lace plant.
N/AR101.00Description
- Perennial
- Artillery plant is native to Florida, Mexico, the West Indies, and tropical Central and Southern America.
- It has small, round, light green leaves and almost succulent, stems.
- Artillery plant produces tiny, spike-like flowers that resemble fireworks when the stamens of the male flowers explosively eject pollen grains during anthesis.
- It needs bright, indirect light - avoid hot, direct sun which can burn the tiny leaves.
- Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
- Artillery plant is primarily used as an ornamental ground cover or as a popular indoor houseplant.
- Ideal for hanging baskets, shaded borders, pathways and garden rockeries where it can grow as a dense, fern-like mat or ground cover,
- A low-maintenance houseplant that helps filter indoor airborne pollutants to improve air quality – has a non-toxic nature to humans and pets.
Parts Used
- Areal parts.
Medicinal Uses. It is said that
- Artillery plant is rich in flavonoids and polyphenol.
- Crushed leaves are applied topically as a poultice to soothe burns, cuts, sores, and bruises.
- Traditionally used to ease swelling, arthritis, and general inflammatory conditions.
- Whole-plant infusions are used to treat stomach cramps, diarrhoea, and urinary issues.
- Folk remedies employ Artillery plant to help balance insulin levels and relieve respiratory ailments like asthma and bronchitis.
- Laboratory evaluations show that extracts possess free radical-scavenging and antibacterial properties.
The information contained within this website is for educational purposes only. This site merely recounts the traditional uses of specific plants as recorded through history. Always seek advice from a medical practitioner.
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Mountain Herb Estate, and its representatives will not be held responsible for the improper use of any plants or documentation provided. By use of this site and the information contained herein you agree to hold harmless Mountain Herb Estate, its affiliates and staff