Chinese Money Plant Propagation How-to

Propagating houseplants is a fun and fascinating activity that everyone can do, and Chinese money plant propagation is among the easiest. There are three simple ways you can make more of these unique plants for free. All you need is a mother plant and a few tools. This article outlines all three methods and offers tips for success.

The Chinese money plant (Pilea peperomioides) is also known commonly as the friendship plant, pancake plant, UFO plant, or missionary plant. Its perfectly round, coin-like leaves sit at the ends of long, straight petioles that extend from the plant’s main stem. They are fairly compact when compared to other common houseplants and are perfect for east- or west-facing windows that receive moderate amounts of light. Here is a detailed article on our site that offers even more details about how to care for Chinese money plants. Read on to learn more about its propagation.

If you already have a happy and healthy Chinese money plant in your houseplant collection, the best time to propagate is in the early spring. But you can also propagate at other times. New pileas are easy to start pretty much anytime in the spring, summer, or even the early fall. If you have the proper lighting conditions and are willing to care for the new baby plants correctly, it’s an easy process that can take place almost anytime.

Depending on the type of Chinese money plant propagation you plan to do, you’ll need a few essential tools. The first is a clean, sharp knife. Before doing any cutting, wash it well and dip the blade in rubbing alcohol or another disinfectant. Some types of propagation require a pair of shears