Chinese Money Plant (Pilea Peperomioides)

Styled in Sunday Pots: Stone

The Pilea peperomiodies is native to China and is commonly called the Chinese Money Plant, Pancake Plant, Missionary Plant or UFO Plant. The Chinese Money Plant is an erect, succulent evergreen perennial.

It has attractive bright green pancake-shaped leaves (hence why its is sometimes called Pancake Plant) balancing on long slender stems. A classic crowd pleaser that always creates an interesting focal point in any space. 

Botanical Name
Pilea Peperomioides

Size (Can grow to)
Medium up to 30cm

Growth Habit
Shrub/Bush

Position
Bright Indirect Sunlight. 

Watering
Low/Medium. The Chinese Money Plant prefers well draining soil; a pot with drainage holes is important. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings. If your plant starts to droop, this is a sign that it needs a water.