Pilea Peperomoides 'Chinese Money Plant' 6cm
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Pilea Peperomoides 'Chinese Money Plant' 6cm

SKU: 275857
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Sale price£3.99
Height Height: Under 60cm
Soil type Soil: Well-draining houseplant compost
Watering Water: Low
Sun/Shade Position: Bright, indirect light

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Description

Common name: Chinese Money Plant (also known as Pancake Plant or UFO Plant)

Latin name: Pilea peperomioides

Best position in the home: Prefers bright, indirect light. A spot near a window with filtered light is ideal. Avoid strong direct sun, which can scorch the leaves. Rotate regularly to keep its shape even, as it will grow towards the light.

Water requirements: Allow the top few centimetres of soil to dry out between waterings. Water moderately and reduce frequency in winter. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Happy in average household humidity.

Home impact: With its distinctive round leaves, this plant brings a playful, modern look to any space. It’s perfect for shelves, desks, or side tables. While not known for strong air-purifying qualities, it adds freshness and character. Generally considered non-toxic, making it suitable for homes with pets.

Potential height at full growth: Typically grows to around 20–40cm in height, with a similar spread.

How to look after it: Place in bright, indirect light and water when the top of the soil feels dry. Use a well-draining houseplant compost. Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced fertiliser. Rotate regularly for even growth. Repot every couple of years, and remove offsets (baby plants) if you’d like to propagate.

Beginner friendliness 4/5 

Easy Going! A friendly and forgiving plant that’s great for beginners. As long as it gets enough light and isn’t overwatered, it will thrive and even produce baby plants to share.

Pilea is famous for producing lots of small offsets around its base, which can be easily propagated. Leaves may droop slightly when thirsty, making it easy to care for once you get to know it.

Common name: Chinese Money Plant (also known as Pancake Plant or UFO Plant)

Latin name: Pilea peperomioides

Best position in the home: Prefers bright, indirect light. A spot near a window with filtered light is ideal. Avoid strong direct sun, which can scorch the leaves. Rotate regularly to keep its shape even, as it will grow towards the light.

Water requirements: Allow the top few centimetres of soil to dry out between waterings. Water moderately and reduce frequency in winter. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Happy in average household humidity.

Home impact: With its distinctive round leaves, this plant brings a playful, modern look to any space. It’s perfect for shelves, desks, or side tables. While not known for strong air-purifying qualities, it adds freshness and character. Generally considered non-toxic, making it suitable for homes with pets.

Potential height at full growth: Typically grows to around 20–40cm in height, with a similar spread.

How to look after it: Place in bright, indirect light and water when the top of the soil feels dry. Use a well-draining houseplant compost. Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced fertiliser. Rotate regularly for even growth. Repot every couple of years, and remove offsets (baby plants) if you’d like to propagate.

Beginner friendliness 4/5 

Easy Going! A friendly and forgiving plant that’s great for beginners. As long as it gets enough light and isn’t overwatered, it will thrive and even produce baby plants to share.

Pilea is famous for producing lots of small offsets around its base, which can be easily propagated. Leaves may droop slightly when thirsty, making it easy to care for once you get to know it.

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