Coin-Leaf Peperomia

Coin-Leaf Peperomia Care

Peperomia polybotrya

Other names: Coin-leaf Peperomia, Peperomia Raindrop, Coin Plant, Chinese Money Plant

What is the plant

Peperomia polybotrya is a plant from the Piperaceae family. These green beauties come from South America, namely Brazil and Ecuador. The good news is everyone can grow them indoors, even beginners!

Coin-Leaf Peperomia has the appearance of a small bush. It can reach up to 24 inches (60 cm) in height. Its foliage resembles the leaves of water lilies. In the summer, the plant produces elongated peduncles with greenish-yellow inflorescences.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

16°C - 18°C

Hardiness zone

10b - 11b

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Make sure to provide your green beauty with regular and abundant irrigation. It's best to use room-temperature settled water or rainwater. Do not allow the soil to dry out! You can give your Peperomia a sip once a week during hot weather. In the cold season, reduce watering to once every two to three weeks.
Pruning
Peperomia polybotrya tolerates pruning well. The sprouts can fall under their weight, so it's recommended to prune them when their length reaches 7 inches (20 cm).
Fertilizer
This greenie requires a moderate diet, so use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Please don't feed your Peperomia too often; remember to monitor its needs.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Coin-Leaf plant needs moderate light and partial shade to thrive. Exposure to the bright sun can cause yellowing and wilting of the leaves. However, the lack of light can also lead to unpleasant consequences. Try to find balance! We recommend placing this greenie next to an east- or west-facing window.
Soil
Peperomia polybotrya needs loose soil. The growing medium should be slightly acidic or neutral. For example, you can purchase universal soil for decorative leafy flowers. If you prefer to prepare the soil yourself, combine two parts of leafy humus, one part of peat, one part of manure, and one part of coarse river sand.
Propagation
You can propagate your Peperomia by leaf and stem cuttings. It's best to use a rooting agent. Since this plant has a shallow root system, it's best to stimulate its growth and give it time to recover.

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Temperature
Coin-Leaf plant is thermophilic. It thrives best in the range between 68-77_°F (20-25°C) in summer and 60-65°F (16-18°_C) in winter. If the temperature falls lower, this delicate beauty can freeze. Peperomia polybotrya is also very sensitive to drafts and temperature changes, so watch out if you have an AC!
Container
A perfect container for Coin-Leaf Peperomia should be wide but shallow. Don't forget to check if your pot has drainage holes! You can also drill them yourself.
Fun fact
Peperomia polybotrya is considered a symbol of good luck in Brazil!