Chinese money plant
Pilea peperomioides · Pileas · Nettle family
Also known as: Pancake Plant · UFO Plant · Missionary Plant
Easy20–30cmPet-friendly
Chinese money plant care at a glance
Chinese money plant (Pilea peperomioides) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Diseases & Weather on Chinese money plant
A common disease is Root rot. Chinese money plant is considered pet-friendly.
Disease
- Root rot High
Weather
- Frost damage Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Chinese money plant
- Which diseases affect Chinese money plant?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Chinese money plant toxic to cats and dogs?
- Chinese money plant is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Chinese money plant need?
- Chinese money plant has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Chinese money plant need?
- Chinese money plant prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Chinese money plant frost-hardy?
- Chinese money plant is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.