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Chinese money plant

Pilea peperomioides

A round-leaved, easy-care foliage plant; safe for pets and children.

Key figures

ItemValueSource
Lightbright indirect light; leggy in too little light[1]
Wateringmoist, well-drained mix; overwatering rots roots[1]
Humiditymoderate to high, tolerates average home humidity[1]
Plant sizeusually 20–30 cm tall and as wide (8–12 in.)[1]
Toxicity and petssafe for pets and children[1]

Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.

The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.

These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.

Sources

  1. NC State Extension Plant Toolbox: Pilea peperomioides