Money Plant
The Pilea Peperomiodes, also known as the missionary plant, money plant, pancake plant, UFO plant, or just pilea 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. They’re said to be easy to grow, but they need to be placed in the right spot since they are very sensitive to over-watering or direct sunlight. We recommend placing the Pilea in container with good drainage (e.g. a terracotta pot) in combination with cactus soil rather than regular potting mix. The unusual shape and leaves of the Pilea makes it a great accent plant. You can place them on shelfs, sideboard, windowsill or hanging planter. Their green leaves go great against white or pastel walls and natural light wood surfaces.
