Penny & Ceramic glazed pot

Chinese Money plant - Bundle & Save

Pilea; Pancake plant

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  Most light conditions
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  Easy care

• Penny & Ceramic glazed pot likes...
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    Light watering

    She doesn’t need much watering at all. Just give her a drink when her soil is completely dry to the touch.

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    Medium light

    She’ll like a bright room with lots of light. She’s not a fan of direct sunlight, so keep her away from a window.

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    Feeding

    Give her a boost with liquid fertiliser once per month in spring and summer.

• Quick facts

  Botanical name

  Pilea peperomioides

  Nickname

  Chinese Money plant; Pancake plant; UFO plant; Pass it on plant

  Plant type

  Indoor

  Air purifying

  Yes

  Plant height (including nursery pot)

  10-20cm

  Pet/baby safe

  Yes

  Nursery pot size

  12cm

  Ceramic glazed pot size

  13cm (internal width), 14cm (external width), 12cm (internal height, 13cm (external height)

• About Chinese Money plants

  Chinese Money plants are native to the Yunnan and Sichuan provinces of Southern China, and were first brought to the UK in 1906. Since then it’s become a much-loved houseplant. It’s very easy to care for and just as easy to propagate – it’s even been given the nickname ‘Pass it on plant’, because people like to share cuttings with their friends. 

  A great option for beginners or hands-off plant parents, Chinese Money plants are really easy going. They need very little attention – simply pop it in a bright spot with lots of light, and water it once its soil has run completely dry. If you’re feeling generous, give it a feed with liquid fertiliser (diluted to half the strength) in spring and summer to help it grow. 

  This bundle includes our much-loved Ceramic glazed pot in Blue. It’s hand-moulded and finished with a special glaze that crackles as it’s fired, leaving it with a fine, cracked effect (don’t worry, it’s surface detail and doesn’t impact the structure of the pot). When watering your plants, always remove them from the decorative pot first and allow any excess water to drain completely before putting the plant back in the pot. Due to the nature of the material, excess water may escape.

  For more care advice about Penny, check out our complete guide to Chinese money plant care.