Pilea peperomioides Houseplant - Chinese Money Plant

Meet the Pilea peperomioides (Chinese Money Plant)

Pilea peperomioides, commonly known as the Chinese Money Plant, is a popular houseplant native to the Yunnan Province of China. It is best known for its perfectly round, coin-shaped green leaves that grow on long, slender stems, creating a clean and architectural look. In its natural habitat, it grows in shaded, rocky forest areas with cool, humid conditions. It produces small offshoots (“pups”) at its base, making it easy to propagate and share.

Why You'll Love It

• Love unusual foliage
• Want a compact plant for shelves or desks

Growing & Care

Bright indirect light making sure light gets to the top of the plant. Water when the top 2 inches of the soil feels dry, using room temperature water. Try avoid getting the leaves wet. Can do well in normal household conditions but doesn't mind a bit of extra humidity. A balanced houseplant fertiliser. Left to grow, expect a spread of Up to 30 cm spread and a height of Up 30 cm length with time.

Repotting

Every 1-2 years.

A Few Things to Watch For

• Overwatering or sitting in soggy soil
• Cold draughts
• Prolonged direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves