Chinese Money Plant

The Chinese money plant (round, coin-shaped leaves on slender stems) is a windowsill favourite for UK flats. Easy to share with friends once the little pups appear.

Turn it now and then so it grows evenly, and water when the top of the compost feels dry. Before long you may spot tiny plantlets at the base, ready to pot on for friends.

An easy houseplant for real homes

• Where it lives. Happiest on a kitchen or bedroom windowsill.
• Light. Bright, indirect light on a sunny windowsill without harsh midday blast.
• Water. When the top of the compost feels dry. Tip away any water left in the saucer.
• Around the family. Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, though no houseplant is a snack, so supervise curious toddlers and pets as you would with any pot plant.

Your questions answered

Is this a good houseplant for beginners?
Yes. It’s one of the more forgiving indoor plants we stock, and a gentle place to start if you’re new to growing in a flat.

What size should I choose?
Smaller pots suit windowsills, desks and shelves. Larger sizes make more of a statement on the floor or beside furniture. Sizes available: 5.5cm pot / about 10cm tall, 12cm pot / about 20cm tall, 13cm pot / about 20cm tall, 15cm pot / about 30cm tall.

Do I need a grow light?
Not usually, if you can offer the light described above. In a very dark flat, a simple white plant light on a shelf can help through midwinter.

The details

A little green for a kitchen, chosen for real UK homes without a garden.