Pilea Peperomoides
The Chinese Money Plant, botanically known as Pilea peperomioides (pronounced pie-LEE-uh pepper-oh-mee-OY-dees), is a favorite among houseplant lovers. With its round, coin-shaped leaves and playful growth habit, it’s both unique and easy to care for.
One of the reasons this plant is so popular is how easy it is to propagate.
As the plant matures, it begins sending up small baby shoots, often called “pups,” from the soil around the main plant. Once these shoots are large enough, you can gently dig them out and pot them up on their own. Just like that, you’ve got a brand-new houseplant to grow or share!
Chinese Money Plant Care
Most people with basic houseplant experience will find this plant easy to grow. With the right light, water and occasional feeding, it will thrive indoors.
Light
Chinese Money Plants do best in bright, indirect light. Place them in a sunny room where they receive filtered sunlight, but avoid harsh direct sun that can scorch the leaves.
Water
Water enough to thoroughly moisten the soil, then allow the top of the soil to dry slightly before watering again. Avoid overwatering, as soggy soil can cause yellowing leaves or leaf spotting.
Fertilizer
Feeding your plant during the growing season will help keep it healthy and encourage new growth. A balanced houseplant fertilizer works well to support strong foliage and steady growth.
A Plant That’s Meant to Be Shared
Chinese Money Plants also make wonderful gifts. In many cultures, they’re believed to bring good luck and prosperity to their owners.
Since they produce so many baby plants, they’re perfect for sharing. Passing along a propagated plant to a friend is a fun way to spread the love of houseplants. You may not get rich in money, but you’ll definitely be rich in plant friends.