Plants almost always become popular for aesthetic reasons, but in the case of Pilea Peperomioides several aspects have come together. In the case of the Chinese money plant, its popularity has been such that in countries such as the United States there are seasons in which it is quite difficult to find one in nurseries and online stores.
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And it's no wonder, because the Pilea is beautiful, with that long stem and a great multitude of shiny round leaves that come out in all directions. It has a nice green color and has a very good reputation in the prosperity department, it also has beautiful symbolism.
On top of that, the Chinese money plant is easy to care for.
Originally
from China, Pilea was introduced to the West in the mid-20th century by Norway, thanks to a missionary who took some stems with him and began to reproduce it and give it away to his acquaintances. The incredible thing is that it began to reproduce without the intervention of botany experts, only through enthusiastic gardeners and plant lovers. In fact, this plant was formally classified in the 80s, almost 40 years after it arrived on this side of the world.
Under the beliefs of Feng Shui, plants are living beings, they have their own energy and essence, so they will contribute to cleansing and balancing the energy of the space where they are. To activate the energy of prosperity, you must have healthy, beautiful, easily reproducing plants that are properly shaped to attract good chi.
Pilea is one of the favorites within this philosophy because it has rounded leaves that not only act as a magnet for chi, but also but it has the shape of coins; It is also very easy to reproduce and maintain. The Chinese Money Plant is a beautiful symbol of friendship and generosity, as it is said that giving away its shoots and offcuts to friends and family is a way to share one's wealth and attract it. In fact, this is thought to further activate its properties.
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Where to locate the Chinese Money Plant according to Feng Shui?
In case you are interested in the subject, in Feng Shui the spaces are divided into baguas or areas of importance (you can get the maps so that you can learn to differentiate these areas on the net). Each Bagua is related to an element of Feng Shui, which can be enhanced with the presence of a money plant, which will nourish that energy. If you want to work on your prosperity, then you can locate it in the money bagua, which is located in the southeast of your home.
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The Pilea will also do very well in the bagua de la salud, which is located in the eastern area, as it is linked to the element of wood. This way you can boost your health and prosperity at the same time. It is recommended to have it in pairs or trios, but never have 4 plants in the same area because it is considered to be an unlucky number.
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Whether
or not the whole symbolic thing of Feng Shui appeals to you, it's important that you know how to keep your Chinese money plant in perfect health. They are very resistant plants, easy to reproduce and tolerate a lack of water better than an excess of it.
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Lighting:
Pilea Peperomioides will grow perfectly and happily in well-lit rooms, but never confuse lots of light with direct sun. It is a houseplant, as the sun's rays will burn its leaves almost immediately; But it is important that it is near a window or where it has a lot of light because otherwise it will not grow and its leaves will deform, bending inwards. In fact, the shape of the leaves will tell you if it needs more light or if it's okay.
It is advisable to turn the pilea pot from time to time, as the leaves tend to grow in the direction of the light source, this will ensure that it grows uniform and leafy. If you see that it grows a lot, you can put a wooden wand on it to support and guide its stem.
Watering:
The Chinese Money plant requires a moist but never waterlogged environment. It's better to lack a little water than to overdo it with watering. In theory, you should water it a couple of times a week, but that can vary depending on the season and the area where you live; In fact, there are those who use the leaves to know when to water: if they see them a little sagging, it's time to add water. You can spray the leaves a couple of times a week to improve their moisture conditions and make her even happier.
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Substrate and fertiliser:
It is important to use a balanced substrate, which retains a certain amount of moisture but always with good drainage to avoid waterlogging. As for fertilizer, you can apply a little in spring and summer, but don't overdo it because you could scorch the plant. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and be patient, too much fertilizer won't make it grow faster.
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Reproduction:
The Chinese money plant will offer you suckers, which you will see peeking out of the substrate or stem of the plant. Carefully remove them and plant them in a suitable pot. It is also easy to reproduce with leaf clippings with its stem. Cut off an adult leaf and plant it directly in the pot, burying the entire stem and leaving the base of the leaf in contact with the soil. A few weeks later you will see new stems emerging in the center of the leaf.
This is one of the
most beautiful parts of this plant: giving the suckers away is a symbolic way to share your prosperity with those you cherish.