Care
Bright light, gentle sun
Place it near a bright window without harsh afternoon sun. Turn the pot a quarter-turn every week or two so the plant grows evenly instead of leaning strongly toward the light.
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Chinese Money Plant
Pilea peperomioides
A friendly little houseplant with round, coin-like leaves. It naturally produces pups around its base—perfect for passing from one neighbor to another.
◐Light
Bright, indirect light
◒Water
Moist, never soggy
◇Soil
Loose, well-drained mix
↻Habit
Rotate for even growth
Watering
Moist—not waterlogged
Water when the top of the potting mix begins to feel dry. Let extra water drain completely and never leave the pot sitting in water. Reduce watering when growth slows in winter.
Propagation
Share the pups
Wait until a pup has several leaves. Trace its stem beneath the soil, cut it away with a clean blade, and pot it in a small container. Keep the mix lightly moist while it settles in.
Problems
Read the leaves
Leggy growth usually means it needs more light. Yellowing and collapse can point to excess water or poor drainage. Check occasionally for spider mites, mealybugs, fungus gnats, and scale.