Chinese Money Plant, Pilea Peperomioides
Botanical Name: Pilea peperomioides
Common Names: Money Plant, Chinese Money Plant, UFO Plant, Pancake Plant, Missionary Plant
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About
The Pilea peperomioides is instantly recognizable for its characteristic coin-shaped green leaves. It is a stunning and playful addition to any room, and can serve as a focal point on its own or act as a compliment a variety of other plants with its distinctive shape.
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers bright indirect light. Tolerates medium light. Growth will slow in medium light conditions. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers consistent but moderate watering. Tolerates occasional dryness. Will not tolerate excessive watering.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers a soil mixture with moderate drainage speeds and moderate water retentive properties. Include sustainably sourced peat moss for water retention and perlite or pumice as a drainage amendment.
Moisture Retention
Fast Drying
Retentive
Drainage Speed
Slow
Fast
