Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money Plant'

Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) 💰🌿

One of the most popular houseplants of the moment, the Chinese Money Plant is loved for its perfectly round, coin-shaped leaves that bring instant charm to any space. Decorative, playful, and full of character, it’s an easy way to add a little green personality to your home.

Known for how easily it propagates, the Pilea makes a thoughtful gift, you can share its “pups” with friends and spread the green love.

Plant Care

• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light. Rotate regularly to keep its shape even.
• Watering: Water when the top layer of soil feels dry. Avoid letting it sit in water.
• Temperature: Prefers 15–25°C. Keep away from draughts and sudden temperature changes.
• Humidity: Normal household humidity is fine. Mist lightly in dry environments.
• Feed: Apply a balanced fertiliser once a month during the growing season.

Good to Know

• Propagation: Produces plenty of offshoots (“pups”) that can be potted up and shared.
• Also Known As: Pancake Plant, UFO Plant, Missionary Plant.
• Pet Friendly: Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
• Origin: Native to southern China.