House Plants – Pilea

• Pilea 

Botanical name: pilea peperomioides 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: about 1 ft in height and in width 

Hardy zone: zones 9-11 

Foliage color: green 

Growth rate: can reach maturity in a single growing season 

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed

Propagation methods: propagate by cutting below the node and put into water until roots begin to grow 

Landscape use: mainly used as a houseplant or a container plant in a shade garden 

Light needs: 3-6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: round, coin-like leaves that earn the plant the nickname “chinese money plant” 

Watering instructions: prefers moderately moist soil, allow the top 2 inches of soil dry between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use an all purpose plant food as needed in the early spring-early fall 

Best time to plant: year-round 

Best type of soil: loam, potting soil 

Companion plants: basil, marigolds, mint 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no