Pilea peperomioides

Owned by Kathy (@kathy).

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Notes

Family: Urticaceae. Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. Known for producing 'pups' or offsets that can be easily propagated.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Chinese Money Plant

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growing Medium
Well-draining potting mix
Growth Habit
Upright / Erect, Clumping

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Offset / Pup

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Acquisition Source
Plant rescue from Tansy??
Date Acquired
Feb 28, 2024
Natural Habitat Location
Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Urticaceae. Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. Known for producing 'pups' or offsets that can be easily propagated.
Chinese Money Plant
Pilea peperomioides by kathy

Pilea

peperomioides

Common NameChinese Money Plant

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growth Habit
Upright / Erect, Clumping
Growing MediumWell-draining potting mix

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Offset / Pup

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
Feb 28, 2024
Acquisition SourcePlant rescue from Tansy??
Natural Habitat LocationYunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Urticaceae. Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. Known for producing 'pups' or offsets that can be easily propagated.