Move over fiddle leaf fig, there’s a new plant on the block and it’s popping up in a living room near you.
Introducing Pilea peperomioides, also known as the Chinese money plant or pancake plant.
It has emerged as the new must-have plant on Instagram and Pinterest, with its distinctive circle-shaped leaves appearing in the home of design influencers and tastemakers.
Native ad body.


Native ad body.


Native ad body.


Native ad body.




The pilea is a low-maintenance indoors plant and is great for beginner plant owners. Best of all, it will add a touch of designer greenery to any space.
It’s most happy in well-drained, moist soil and out of direct sunlight.
Pileas aren’t very common in Australia, but you can find them at Plants in a Box and Arizona Living.
Related
With 27 years' experience as a lifestyle magazine and digital editor, Rebecca Lowrey Boyd is best known as the founder of Wee Birdy, a London-based blog devoted to London shopping, style and design. It was named one of the Top 100 Blogs in the World by the Sunday Times (UK), and was listed on Times Online's Best 50 Design Blogs in the World.
Related stories

Native ad body.

Native ad body.




Native ad body.




Native ad body.
Sign up for our newsletter
Want 10% Off Emma Sleep? Sign-up to the latest news from Better Homes and Gardens.
Disclaimer: By joining, you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use