{"product_id":"pilea-peperomioides-d11cm-15cm-1","title":"Pilea Peperomioides (Chinese Money Plant)","description":"\u003csection id=\"pilea-peperomioides\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Glossy bright green round leaves • 🏡 Compact upright habit • ☀️ Bright indirect sun • 💧 Moderate watering • 🐾 Non-toxic • 🏙️ 2 sizes available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilea Peperomioides\u003c\/strong\u003e, nicknamed \u003cem\u003eChinese money plant\u003c\/em\u003e, originates from the \u003cstrong\u003emountains of southwest China\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it naturally grows in shaded rocky areas. Its glossy round leaves, borne on long upright stems, create a graphic and light silhouette that is immediately recognizable. It is among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-faciles-cuidar\"\u003eeasiest plants to care for\u003c\/a\u003e in the catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eNon-toxic to cats and dogs, it is perfect for homes with pets — find it in our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-aptas-para-mascotas-interior\"\u003epet-friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- WHICH PILEA VARIETY TO CHOOSE? --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-pilea\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich variety of Pilea to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pilea genus offers a great diversity of shapes and colors. Here is how \u003cstrong\u003ePilea Peperomioides\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out from other varieties in the catalog:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilea Peperomioides\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — large glossy bright green round leaves on upright stems, airy and graphic habit, regularly produces offsets. The iconic version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pilea-sugar-d13cm-20cm-planta-tropical-luminosa\"\u003ePilea Sugar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark green leaves with bright silver patterns, compact and dense habit, very decorative. The silver version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pilea-mojito-planta-de-la-moneda-marmol\"\u003ePilea 'Mojito'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — soft green leaves marbled with silver, very bright irregular patterns, compact habit. The marbled version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pilea-depressa\"\u003ePilea depressa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — very small bright green leaves, trailing or creeping habit, ideal for hanging baskets. The miniature trailing version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- LIGHT \u0026 LOCATION --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePilea Peperomioides enjoys bright indirect sun — bright enough to keep its leaves vivid green and promote harmonious growth, but never direct sun which would spot and burn its round leaves. Among \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/10-plantas-faciles-mantenimiento-citadinos\"\u003eeasy plants for city dwellers\u003c\/a\u003e, it is one of the best suited for well-lit apartments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect sun — avoid direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e office, living room, shelf, windowsill — anywhere with stable, bright light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–27 °C, without sudden changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, rich, and well-draining — universal potting soil with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eTurn the pot a quarter turn each week — Pilea tends to lean toward the light, and regular rotation ensures a balanced and symmetrical habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- WATERING \u0026 CARE --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePilea Peperomioides likes a slightly moist substrate but never soggy — excess water causes yellowing leaves and root rot. Let the surface dry between waterings. Our guide on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/riego-de-plantas-de-interior-la-guia-completa-para-no-volver-a-regar-demasiado\"\u003ewatering indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e explains how to adjust frequency by season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a week in spring-summer, every 2 weeks in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a month in spring-summer, diluted liquid fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e detach offsets growing at the base and replant them in fresh substrate — they root easily in a few weeks, as explained in our guide on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/esquejes-plantas-guia-completo-multiplicacion\"\u003epropagation by cuttings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eYellowing leaves at the base almost always indicate overwatering — let dry more and check that the pot drains well before watering again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- DECOR IDEAS \u0026 PLANT COMBINATIONS --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic and light silhouette of Pilea Peperomioides — round leaves floating on upright stems — naturally fits modern and minimalist interiors. Its bright green foliage captures light and enlivens bright spaces without weighing them down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn a shelf or desk,\u003c\/strong\u003e place it in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maceta-gabriel-redonda-blanca-ceramica-14cm\"\u003ewhite round Gabriel ceramic pot Ø14 cm\u003c\/a\u003e — the matte white pot highlights the bright green of the round leaves in a clean and bright composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a warm and natural match,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cubre-maceta-gabriel-ceramica-ocre-14cm\"\u003eochre Gabriel ceramic pot Ø14 cm\u003c\/a\u003e — the warmth of the matte ochre contrasts with the bright green of the Pilea for a soft, plant-based composition on light wood furniture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a graphic duo effect,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pilea-sugar-d13cm-20cm-planta-tropical-luminosa\"\u003ePilea Sugar\u003c\/a\u003e — the dense silver leaves of the Sugar contrast with the upright round leaves of the Peperomioides for a very effective texture duo within the same family.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn a windowsill,\u003c\/strong\u003e place it in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maceta-relieve-rosa-ceramica\"\u003epink relief ceramic pot Ø13.5 cm\u003c\/a\u003e — the pot’s textured relief and soft pink match the lightness of the round foliage for a fresh, spring-like composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- VERDEIA TIPS --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurn the pot a quarter turn each week:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pilea naturally leans toward the light — regular rotation ensures symmetrical habit and harmonious growth of all stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetach offsets as soon as they reach 5–6 cm:\u003c\/strong\u003e baby Pileas growing at the base can be separated from the mother plant with their roots and repotted directly in fresh substrate — this is the easiest way to multiply and share the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWipe the round leaves regularly:\u003c\/strong\u003e a monthly wipe with a damp cloth is enough to preserve their characteristic glossy shine and remove dust that clogs stomata.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePilea peperomioides\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese money plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e mountains of southwest China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable size 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e H20 cm | Pot Ø13 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable size 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e H30 cm | Pot Ø15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable size 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e H40 cm | Pot Ø27 cm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — let surface dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–27 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal toxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modern \/ Graphic \/ Minimalist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. Size and foliage density naturally vary with age and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"H20 cm | Pot Ø13 cm","offer_id":56278634725641,"sku":"22575","price":26.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H30 cm | Pot Ø15 cm","offer_id":56278634758409,"sku":"12996","price":37.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/pilea-peperomioides-plante-a-monnaie-chinoise-verdeia-5692317.jpg?v=1775038227","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/pilea-peperomioides-d11cm-15cm-1","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}