Pancake Plant

Pancake plant

Pancake plants grow best in bright, indirect light, ideally near a west- or south-facing window. Be sure to keep them out of direct sun. Use a well-draining soil mix that dries out relatively quickly: Some gardeners prefer succulent soil mix or an all-purpose potting soil with the addition of perlite or coarse sand.

How big do pancake plants get?

First, at maturity, the plant reaches about 12 inches tall with an equal width; be sure it has plenty of space to grow and develop new leaves. If Pilea is happy, it may produce small white flowers on pink-tinged stems.

Does pancake plant need sunlight?

This plant prefers a bright, but indirect light source. It will not fare well in low light conditions.

Where should I place my pancake plant?

Pilea will live in semi-shade but bright, indirect light, a short distance from a window is better. Avoid direct sunlight. The main shoot naturally divides into side branches, and dense growth is usually automatic on a young plant. With lower light levels, the plant will be leggier and leaves will be more spread out.

How often do I water a Pilea?

Your pilea enjoys weekly watering sessions, but ensure you allow its soil to completely dry out between waterings to prevent overwatering and root rot. During the winter months feel free to only water fortnightly.

How long do Pileas live for?

Undisturbed and without a blood meal, a flea can live more than 100 days. On average, they live two to three months. Female fleas cannot lay eggs until after their first blood meal and begin to lay eggs within 36-48 hours after that meal.

Is pancake plant toxic to dogs?

The Pilea peperomioides, also known as the Chinese money plant, pancake plant, or UFO plant, is trendy, easy to grow, and non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Should I let my Pilea flower?

This Harvard study of plants belonging to the Urticaceae family states that Pilea Peperomioides is “often diecious, sometimes monoecious. “ So the jury is still out on whether Pilea plants can self-pollinate. Either way, there's no need to rely on your Pilea blooming if you want to get more Pilea babies.

Do Pilea like big or small pots?

With just a few strong main roots connected through a network of smaller delicate rootlets, the root ball of a Pilea plant is a relatively slow grower. The best rule of thumb is to choose a pot that's about 2 inches larger in diameter than the root ball. This will allow ample room for growth as the plant matures.

How do I make my Pilea plant happy?

How should you care for your pilea? Pilea need a well-draining potting soil, and a pot with drainage holes is really important. The soil needs to mostly dry out between waterings, with more watering required in warmer, hotter weather. If the leaves start to look droopy, that's a sign that the plant needs water.

How often should I feed my Pilea?

Generally, feeding your Pilea once a month will help your plant to stay healthy. For your Pilea, we suggest using an all-purpose 20-20-20 fertilizer diluted to half strength. Since Pilea needs a liquid fertilizer, you may want to feed your plant when you water it. Remember not to overfeed your plant.

Why is my pancake plant turning red?

Your Pilea's leaves turn red (especially around the edge of the leaf) when your plant is stressed due to a combination of too much direct light and too little watering. You're more likely to notice this symptom when we transition from spring to summer and the days become longer and brighter.

Which money plant is lucky for home?

Pothos is the plant that brings money and good luck to the home. It is an easy to care houseplant that needs bright, low, indirect sunlight. Let the soil dry between watering. This plant is well known for its sharp green streak leaves, and therefore, this will beautify your interiors.

How do you keep Pilea short and bushy?

However, cutting Pilea peperomioides can be done if you want to keep it bushy and short. You can trim off a lot of the stem and see vigorous new growth very quickly. Just make sure you cut above at least a few leaves to ensure its survival. That top can be rooted to start a whole new Chinese money plant, too.

What kind of pots do Pileas like?

Get the Right Fit: Your Pilea + Pot If your plant soaks in water, then the roots will not be able to take in air and might eventually die. Another tip is that, in general, Pilea Peperomioides prefer terra cotta containers. It's in their chemistry. The terra cotta is a natural clay that lets the soil breathe.

When should I repot my Pilea?

You can repot your plant any time during the year, even when it is dormant in the colder months of the year. Pileas are hardly little plants and can survive a transplant at a less ideal time of the year. However, for best results, repot your Pilea just before it starts growing again for the year in the early spring.

Should I cut off Brown Pilea leaves?

Do not remove any green, healthy leaves from your plant. There is no need to trim them off, and doing so may impact your plant's overall ability to grow. Only trim away dead or dying leaves, such as brown leaves, leaves with discoloration, or leaves which have begun to wilt.

Should you bottom water Pilea?

The advantage of bottom watering is that it can rehydrate soil and is especially useful if you have allowed your soil to completely out. (Not ideal, but it happens sometimes.) It can also help reduce those brown, water-spots on your Pilea. These result from water droplets setting on your plant's leaf for too long.

Why are the leaves on my Pilea falling off?

This happens because the plant is trying to keep its moisture by reducing the number of leaves. A good method is placing your Pilea on a tray of pebbles kept constantly wet. You can also mist the leaves twice a week to prevent the plant from drying out, or buy a humidifier.

Is Pilea an indoor plant?

Pilea Sharing Plant™ is a unique and trendy houseplant, loved for its round leaves that look like little umbrellas or lilypads (some even say flying saucers!). A relatively small indoor plant, it doesn't usually grow much larger than 18 inches tall and wide, making it perfect for displaying on desks and tabletops.