Product description
Pilea Peperomioides, commonly known as Chinese Money Plant, is a lovely succulent for any indoor space. Its smooth, mid-green leaves thrive on long stalks to show off an array of circular greenery with a glossy sheen.
This plant is also known as the Missionary Plant or Pass-It-On Plant. It is on trend and brings a neat, simplistic feel to any indoor space, whether that be a room in your home or within an office environment - we feel every shelf should have one! Be sure to always situate it in a bright space with indirect sun.
Easy to care for and a pleasure to grow, once this plant matures it will also produce small flowers in Summer. 'Peperomioides' should be watered when the top soil is dry, allowing it to dry between waterings. You should also mist this variety regularly.
Growing your Pilea from its baby stage into a mature, healthy plant is all part of the journey that brings joy to all levels of plant enthusiasts up and down the country.
It’s not unusual to give your plant a name… so don’t hesitate to choose one that you think suits the plant! Try naming your plant with the first name or word that you think of when you look at it - that’s how we ended up with an orchid named Clover and spider plant called Joseph.
Chinese Money Plant
Baby Pilea peperomioides
Baby Pilea peperomioides
Product description
Pilea Peperomioides, commonly known as Chinese Money Plant, is a lovely succulent for any indoor space. Its smooth, mid-green leaves thrive on long stalks to show off an array of circular greenery with a glossy sheen.
This plant is also known as the Missionary Plant or Pass-It-On Plant. It is on trend and brings a neat, simplistic feel to any indoor space, whether that be a room in your home or within an office environment - we feel every shelf should have one! Be sure to always situate it in a bright space with indirect sun.
Easy to care for and a pleasure to grow, once this plant matures it will also produce small flowers in Summer. 'Peperomioides' should be watered when the top soil is dry, allowing it to dry between waterings. You should also mist this variety regularly.
Growing your Pilea from its baby stage into a mature, healthy plant is all part of the journey that brings joy to all levels of plant enthusiasts up and down the country.
It’s not unusual to give your plant a name… so don’t hesitate to choose one that you think suits the plant! Try naming your plant with the first name or word that you think of when you look at it - that’s how we ended up with an orchid named Clover and spider plant called Joseph.
House Plant Size Guide
House plants come in a wide array of shapes and sizes depending on the variety and maturity of the plant.
6cm/12cm/15cm/19cm/23cm nursery pots are the most common size of pot that they are sold in. This measurement is the diameter at the top of the pot.
12cm potted plants are the most popular providing great value for money and an instant impact. Larger plants that come in pots of 20cm+ are great for making a statement in any room and can represent years of growth to get to that level of maturity and size.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
Instructions
Top Tip
Pilea thrives in bright, indirect light and appreciates being rotated frequently to maintain a balanced, upright shape. Dust its round leaves occasionally to allow for maximum photosynthesis. If you notice offsets or “pups” growing at the base, they can be propagated to create new plants—perfect for sharing or expanding your collection.
How to Water
Water Pilea when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. During active growth in spring and summer, water thoroughly every 1–2 weeks, ensuring excess water drains away. In winter, reduce watering to once every 2–3 weeks, as the plant’s needs decrease. Avoid letting the plant sit in water, as this can lead to root rot. Use room-temperature water to prevent shocking the roots.
How to Plant
To plant Pilea, use a small pot with good drainage and fill it with a light, well-draining potting mix, such as one designed for cacti or houseplants. Gently remove the plant from its nursery pot, loosen the roots, and place it in the new container, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil line. Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water lightly to settle. Position the Pilea in bright, indirect light to encourage even growth, and rotate the pot regularly to prevent leaning.
