- Sized to fit 4" grower pots with extra room for drainage
- Glazed inside and out, completely waterproof
- No drainage hole, plant should be staged, ideal for indoor or outdoor use
Pilea Peperomioides 8 in tall Small Mid-Century Ceramic
Estimated ship date: 08-20-2020
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High demand This plant-and-pot combo is currently available for backorder. Reserve this popular item now, or switch pot style or color to check for immediate availability!
Beginners. The Pilea Peperomioides is a resilient plant, perfect for beginners
Safe plant for pets.
Living plants need time to adapt to changing conditions. If your plant doesn't settle in comfortably within the first 45 days, we'll replace it.
Each and every order is hand-selected, inspected for health, treated for insects, pruned, cleaned and staged in your choice of planter.
Experience our custom-designed packaging, crafted for the safe and sustainable transit of your plants. Shipped via FedEx, UPS, and USPS, we ensure expedited delivery with package tracking, arriving in just 1 to 6 days. At checkout, customize your delivery by selecting a preferred shipping date to suit your schedule. Our packaging is innovatively designed to secure your plant and planter, minimizing soil displacement and guaranteeing your new green addition arrives in immaculate condition. Dedicated to environmental stewardship, our packagings are 99% recyclable, striving towards a greener delivery process.
Your orders are prepared in our workshops in Los Angeles, CA.
All our plants are grown in California under ideal conditions and responsibly.
We prioritize for our pots and accessories handmade craftsmanship.
Plant Details & Size
An adorably quirky plant that only recently started appearing on the shelves of retail shops, the Pilea Peperomiodes or Chinese Money Plant is known for its unique, coin-like foliage and ease of propagation, thus earning itself the nickname of “the friendship plant.”
Note: this plant is highly susceptible to extreme temperatures. It is carefully wrapped and protected for transit, though may arrive with a few unhappy stems which can be safely trimmed. An incredibly hardy and fast growing plant, new growth may begin to appear in as little as just a few weeks.
- Overall size from bottom of pot to the top leaf: 8 in tall
- Nursery pot ⌀: 4 in
- Live, fully grown, healthy plant · Grown in the USA
- Native to China
- Also commonly known as: Chinese Money Plant
- Botanical name: Pilea peperomioides
*Please note that plants are grown naturally and can vary in height ± 10%. If you're looking for a specific height, please reach out and we'd be happy to help.
Is This the Right Plant for You?
The Pilea plant is not only unique in its appearance. Hailing from Himalyan China, this plant is said to have originally been brought to Europe by a Norweigan missionary. Constantly sprouting “pups” (baby plants) from the soil surrounding its main stalk, the Pilea was propagated and passed along from friend to friend. As such, the plant was rarely sold commercially and, for many years, considered a rarity in many places of the Western world.
Difficulty: Beginners
The Pilea Peperomioides is a resilient plant, perfect for beginners
Pets
Safe plant for pets.
Light
Prefers bright indirect light · View Light Guide
Pot Design & Size

Care Essentials
Light
Prefers bright indirect light · View Light Guide
Water
Water once a week or when the soil has completely dried out
Care Guide
The thick leaves of the Pilea can accumulate dust over time, so don't be afraid to rinse them under the sink when watering, or gently wipe away dust with a wet cloth once every few weeks. This also helps the plant photosynthesize more efficiently.
Find more information in the complete care guide for the Pilea Peperomioides.
MIDCENTURY MODERN ELEGANCE
Our Mid-Century collection pairs high-fire ceramic pots with reclaimed wood stands, offering a nod to classic design with a focus on sustainability. Teak is used for light and dark stands, while black stands feature durable mahogany, underscoring our commitment to sophisticated indoor gardening and environmental responsibility. Designed and engineered with form and function in mind, these pieces are perfectly sized, water sealed, surface safe, and made from non-toxic materials.
What's included
When you purchase a plant from Léon & George, each order is prepared with the utmost care and service:
- Sourced from top California growers
- Hand-selected for health, shape and beauty
- Cleaned and shined with our own all-natural soaps
- Trimmed and pruned for blemishes
- Inspected and treated with systemic bug protection
- Soil is topped with preserved forest moss or pebbles for a refined finished touch
- Carefully wrapped, packed and sealed for their journey to you
When ordered with a ceramic pot, your set comes pre-assembled with our staging method for optimal airflow and drainage. This method ensures long-term comfort and care of your plant, repotting is not recommended.

Situate your Pilea Peperomioides anywhere you need to add engaging shapes and a sense of play. Pileas are a perfect accent for modern, design-savvy aesthetics.
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Complete Finish Fully shined, designer pot, staged, moss or pebble topping |
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Guarantee 45 days included, extendable to 12 months |
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I love it! I also purchased water indicators and moss and love them also. the water indicators have been a great help!
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February 29, 2024
Hampstead, NH
Beautiful plant in beautiful packaging
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January 08, 2024
Denver, CO
Lovely plant, interesting pot.
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August 07, 2023
Somerville, MA
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June 02, 2023
Los Angeles, CA
Excellent service
First plant was damaged by frost but they immediately sent out a replacement which is growing well.
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January 02, 2023
New York, NY