Indoor, bright, indirect light; tolerates medium light
Friendship Plant
AED 54each, 15-20 cm, Nursery Pot
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- Friendship Plant, 15-20 cm, Nursery Pot × 1
- AED 54
- Total
- AED 54
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Next-day delivery in Dubai, free over AED 199 (AED 30 below). Outside Dubai: Sharjah AED 100, other emirates AED 200. Fees include VAT
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About this plant
A small pilea, 15 to 20 cm, with quilted bronze-green leaves. Bright to medium, indirect light on a desk or bathroom shelf.
The friendship plant is a low, bushy foliage plant from Central and South America, sold as Pilea involucrata. Its oval leaves are deeply quilted, coppery green with silver and bronze tones, and the stems spread and trail slightly over the pot edge. It gets its name from how easily cuttings root and get passed on to friends.
In Dubai it is an indoor plant. It enjoys warmth and does well in air-conditioned rooms, though very dry AC air can brown the leaf edges, so a bathroom or a spot grouped with other plants suits it. It wants bright, indirect light: harsh sun through a window will bleach and burn it, while too little light makes it leggy. It prefers evenly moist soil and sulks if left dry for long.
It works on desks, kitchen counters, bathroom shelves and in terrariums. We offer it as a small tabletop plant of around 15–20 cm.
- Sizes
- 15 cm
- Watering
- Every 4–6 days indoors, when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; less in winter
Why people love it
- Quilted bronze-green leaves trail softly from a small pot.
- Compact size suits a shelf, desk or terrarium.
- Roots easily from stem cuttings in water.
Light
Bright, indirect light; tolerates medium light
AC
Keep it 1 metre from vents
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA lists it as non-toxic to cats and dogs, a calmer choice with pets.
- Dry AC air crisps the leaf edges.
- Needs even moisture and sulks when it dries out.
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Questions about Friendship Plant? Talk to our team.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Friendship Plant healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Bright, indirect light; tolerates medium light. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 4–6 days indoors, when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; less in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: Light, well-draining potting mix with some perlite. Feeding: Diluted liquid houseplant feed once a month from March to October. Common mistake: Overwatering into soggy soil, which rots the stems at the base. Where it works: Desks, kitchen counters, bathrooms and terrariums.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Friendship Plant FAQs
Is the friendship plant toxic to pets?
The ASPCA lists the friendship plant as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
How big does it get?
It stays compact, usually 15–30 cm tall, spreading a little wider than it is tall.
Can it grow outdoors in Dubai?
No. It needs indoor warmth, shade and steady moisture, so keep it inside all year.
Why is it getting leggy?
It needs more light. Move it to a brighter spot out of direct sun and pinch the tips to keep it bushy.
Need 10 or more for an office, hotel or restaurant?
We install and maintain them too, with one written quote.