Pilea Peperomiodes

Pilea peperomioides, also known as the Chinese Money Plant, is a highly sought-after indoor houseplant native to Southern China. It is characterized by its single, upright stem surrounded by perky, circular leaves.

All Pilea plants need bright indirect light. Direct sun burns the leaves and not enough light causes it to become leggy.

The soil should be slightly moist, but not soggy. In the cooler months or when the Pilea plant is not producing new leaves; allow the top 2-3 inches of soil to dry out before watering.

Feed it every two weeks when it is actively growing with a basic houseplant fertilizer at ½ the recommended strength. During the winter months fertilization is not necessary.

• Pilea plants require very high humidity. If your home is dry, place your Pilea on a tray of pebbles filled with water. Be sure that it is sitting on the pebbles and not in the water.

*Pilea Plants are all Non- Poisonous Houseplants, but pre-caution should be noted.

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