Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' Live Plant – 6" Nursery Pot
6" Pot
$54.00
Sale price
$54.00
Regular price
$72.00
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Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' Live Plant – 6" Nursery Pot
$54.00
Sale price
$54.00
Regular price
$72.00
Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides), or Friendship Plant, is loved for its round, lily-pad leaves that bob on slender stems. Easy to grow and famous for sharing — it readily sprouts pups to pass along to friends.
In a fuller 6" nursery pot, this Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' shows off lots of round, pancake-shaped leaves for a fun, full look. It's a friendly favorite that makes a delightful statement on a shelf or plant stand.
✓ Carefully packed live plant · ✓ Ships across the continental U.S. · ✓ 48-hour live-arrival guarantee
Natural variation expected with live plants
Botanical Label
- Common name: Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money'
- Botanical name: Pilea peperomioides
- Pot size: 6" nursery pot
- Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium; no harsh direct sun
- Water: when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly.
- Growth style: Tidy, often round coin-shaped leaves.
- Mature size: Grows into a fuller plant over time — mature size can vary by growing conditions.
- Lifespan: Can live for many years with regular care — varies by growing conditions.
- Pet safety: Pet-friendly — considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA). As with any plant, discourage pets from nibbling.
- Best for: Shelves, desks, and bright corners.
- Vibe/personality: A characterful foliage houseplant.
Curator's Note: Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' is grown for its tidy, often round coin-shaped leaves — the group includes the "Chinese money plant" with round leaves; Pileas are considered non-toxic to pets (ASPCA) and share pups readily. It brings a fresh, living accent to a bright spot indoors.
Why It Belongs in Your Collection
- Eye-catching tidy, often round coin-shaped leaves
- Approachable, houseplant-friendly care
- Adds a fresh, leafy feel to a room
- Grows fuller and more established over time
- A lovely pick for a gift or your own collection
Care Notes from the Greenhouse
- Light: Bright, indirect light keeps Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' looking its best, and it tolerates medium light. Avoid harsh, direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
- Watering: Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry — Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' likes to dry out a bit between waterings and dislikes soggy soil. Water less in winter.
- Humidity: Average household humidity is fine; it appreciates a little extra but doesn't need it.
- Temperature: Typical room temperatures (about 65–80°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and hot, dry vents.
- Soil: A good, well-draining potting mix in a pot with a drainage hole.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.
- Good to know: Rotate it regularly for even, upright growth, and pot up the pups to share.
- Care tip: Give it the right light and consistent watering, and Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' stays full and healthy.
Best Display Spots
- A bright spot with indirect light: where it can really thrive.
- Shelf or plant stand: an easy, leafy accent.
- Desk or tabletop: a fresh touch of green.
- Living-room corner: a calm, green accent.
- Office with good light: low-fuss greenery.
Best For / Think Twice If
Best for:
- Bright, indirect-light spots
- Beginners who want easy greenery
- Shelves, desks, and brightening a corner
Think twice if:
- Very dark rooms
- People who tend to overwater — it dislikes soggy soil
- Spots with harsh, direct sun all day
- Anyone wanting a totally hands-off plant
Botanical Exhibit Notes
- Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' is the group includes the "Chinese money plant" with round leaves; Pileas are considered non-toxic to pets (ASPCA) and share pups readily.
- It does best in bright, indirect light — the right light keeps it full and healthy.
- It adapts to normal household humidity, which makes it easy to place.
- It is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA), making it a pet-friendly choice.
- With steady care it can live and grow for years indoors, though its size and look can vary depending on growing conditions.
From Our Greenhouse to Your Home
Florida Plant ships across the continental U.S. Your plant ships from Florida and California, USA, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil unless noted. Orders dispatch within 1–4 business days, early in the week so plants don't sit over a weekend in transit.
During cold weather, orders to colder areas are sent with a heat pack, and we may hold delivery to very cold areas until it's safe to ship. Every plant is backed by our 48-hour live-arrival guarantee — contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos if there's an issue.
Because this is a live plant, each one is unique — size, fullness, color, and shape vary naturally, and minor cosmetic imperfections can happen. Give your plant a little time to settle in after it arrives.
Plant Questions, Answered
How often should I water Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money'?
Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry. It prefers to dry out a little between waterings rather than stay soggy.
What kind of light does Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' need?
Bright, indirect light keeps Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' looking its best, and it tolerates medium light. Avoid harsh, direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Is Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' pet safe?
Yes — Pilea Peperomioides 'Chinese Money' is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA), a popular pet-friendly choice. As with any plant, it's best to discourage pets from nibbling.
Why is my pilea leggy or curling?
Legginess means it wants more light (and rotation); cupping leaves can come from light or watering swings. Give bright indirect light and steady watering.
Plant care at a glance
- Light
- Bright, indirect light
- Pot size
- 6 inch
- Care level
- Easy