Description: Pilea Peperomioides,Chinese Money Plant, UFO Plant ,Lefsi Plant- The Chinese money plant, also known as the missionary plant, lefse plant, pancake plant, UFO plant or just pilea (short for its scientific name of Pilea peperomioides) is originally from the southwestern Yunnan province of China. Popular lore maintains that a Norwegian missionary, Agnar Espegren, took cuttings home with him in the 1940s, and shared them with friends and family. Those plants were spread throughout Scandinavia, and eventually the world, as people passed cutting between friends. Where to Grow Light-wise, the best situation for a Chinese money plant is bright light, with no direct sunlight. Direct sun scorches leaves, and light shade may encourage larger leaves. They're said to be hardy down to freezing, and a period of cool temperatures will make them more likely to produce their tiny white flowers on pink stems. Care and Maintenance The Chinese money plant prefers a well-draining potting soil, and a pot with drainage holes is necessary. The soil needs to mostly dry out between waterings, with more watering required in warmer, sunnier weather. If the leaves start to look slightly droopy, that's a sign that the plant needs water. To keep your Chinese money plant nicely shaped, rotate it at least once a week to prevent it from getting lopsided. The large leaves tend to accumulate dust, so these plants benefit from regular showers, or at least wiping down of their leaves. Treat monthly with an all-purpose plant fertilizer during the spring and summer growing seasons. You may also want to put your plant outdoors as temperatures warm, but, again, take care to keep it out of direct sunlight. ✳✳✳✳✳✳✳ This plant will be ship in 4" nursery pot if you like to add one of our beautiful terra cotta pot please not that they are listed separately ✳✳✳✳✳✳✳✳ *The plant that you will receive will look similar to the one in the pictures.* We only ship out beautiful, healthy plants. But if somehow you receive your package and are not satisfied, contact us and we will do our best to keep you happy. * When ordering, be mindful that living succulents can freeze. If you live in an area that is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, please consider purchasing plant until the weather is more suitable. SHIPPING IN COLD WEATHER: Please check your local weather forecast before buying. We recommend you add a heat pack to your order if are ordering live plants and cuttings and your area is experiencing temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
Price: 12.99 USD
Location: Reseda, California
End Time: 2024-09-14T22:42:19.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Climate: Tropical
Common Name: Money Plant
Color: Green
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor
Growth Habit: Climbing
Set Includes: Soil
Soil Type: Chalk
Personalize: No
Brand: Unbranded
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Soil pH: Neutral
Plant Form: Plant Plug
Type: Houseplants
Watering: Light
Genus: Pilea
Number in Pack: 1
Item Height: 3 in
Growth Rate: Medium
Sunlight: Full Sun
Features: Air Purifying, Potted
Safety: Child Safe, Pet Safe
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Room: Any Room
Item Width: 3 in