Pilea Peperomioides – Chinese Money Plant

Also known as the Missionary Plant or Pass-It-On-Plant, Pilea peperomioides is a delightful little succulent, with smooth, round, fleshy, mid-green leaves on long stalks.

If you are looking for a chic, modern houseplant, then this is it. Very much on trend with cool, minimalist, urban appeal. Every shelf should have one.

Please note: the stems on the Pilea are very fragile and despite our best efforts, some may snap during transit.

Horty Hints

Soak up that sunshine! The Chinese Money Plant is a little bit of a sun-worshipper and will benefit from lots of bright, indirect light.

Droopy leaves can be a sign of overwatering, so make sure you allow the soil to begin to dry out in between waterings to avoid this.

Hot to trot! The Pilea Peperomioides loves a warm environment and will thrive in it, but it is hardy enough to tolerate as low as 10°C.

Light

Peperomioides prefers moderate to bright, indirect light but will tolerate partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight as this may scorch the plant.

Watering

Water when the soil has begun to dry out. Note: the leaves will begin to droop if the plant needs to be watered. Don’t let the plant sit in water.

Temperature

The Chinese Money Plant likes average to warm temperatures: anything between 16-24°C, but can cope with as low as 10°C.

Humidity

Pilea Peperomioides need fairly high humidity levels. Place in a typically steamy room such as the kitchen or bathroom and mist regularly.

Feed

Apply a half-strength balanced fertiliser once or twice a month during the growing season.

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Height & Growth Rate

The Chinese Money Plant is fast-growing and usually reaches an ultimate height of around 25cm to 30cm.

Toxicity

This Pilea is considered non-toxic. Safe around children and animals.

Origin

Pilea peperomioides is native to Southern China.

Please note: images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.

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