4" Pot Pilea Baby Tears

Common Name: Baby Tears

Scientific Name:  Pilea depressa

-Care Recommendations By The Dude-

Best for These Animals:

• Small reptiles and amphibians that prefer humid environments, such as dart frogs, tree frogs, geckos, and anoles.

• Excellent ground cover for invertebrates like isopods and springtails in bioactive setups.

• Not ideal for large or burrowing reptiles that may crush delicate foliage.

Bio Dude Substrates:

• The Bio Dude Terra Flora (for tropical or rainforest setups)

• The Bio Dude Terra Fauna (for slightly drier but still humid forest environments)

• Can also adapt to Terra Firma if provided with consistent moisture.

Soil Depth:

• Minimum 2–3 inches to allow proper root establishment.

• Thrives in shallow, well-draining bioactive soil with leaf litter on top.

Lighting:

• Moderate to bright indirect light (or low-level full-spectrum LED/UVB terrarium lighting).

• Avoid placing directly under intense heat lamps — leaves can scorch easily.

Humidity & Misting:

• Prefers high humidity (60–90%).

• Light misting daily or every other day helps maintain lush growth.

• Ensure good air circulation to prevent mold.

Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium:

• Ideal range: 68–80°F (20–27°C).

• Avoid prolonged exposure below 60°F (15°C).

• Best placed in the mid to lower zones of the terrarium where it can creep along the substrate or over rocks and wood.

Edible & Side Effects if Ingested:

• Non-toxic to reptiles, amphibians, and most pets.

• While not meant as a food source, accidental ingestion is harmless.

• Always monitor new plants for pesticide residues before adding to enclosures (rinse thoroughly or propagate from clean cuttings).

Pot Size & Packaging: A single 4" potted Pilea plant is shipped in the pot wrapped in paper.