Several methods can be used to propagate a Coin Plant (Pilea peperomioides), also known as the Chinese Money Plant.
- Locate offshoots: Look for small plants growing at the base of the mother plant or from the main stem.
- Separate: Gently dig around the pup to locate the connected rhizome (if attached to the mother’s roots) or gently twist and pull the pup from the stem (if attached to the stem).
- Planting:
– Directly in soil: Plant the offshoot into a small pot with a well-draining soil mix. Water thoroughly and place in bright, indirect light.
– In water (optional): If roots are minimal, you can place the offshoot in a small container of water, ensuring the base of the stem is submerged and leaves are above water. Change the water weekly and transfer to soil once roots are about 1 inch long.
- Choose a healthy stem: Select a healthy stem, 2-3 inches long, with at least two or three leaves.
- Cut: Use a clean, sharp knife or scissors and make the cut just below a leaf node.
- Prepare: Remove the lower leaves from the cutting, leaving only a few at the top.
- Rooting:
– In water: Place the cutting in a container of clean water, ensuring the cut end is submerged and leaves are not touching the water. Change the water weekly and transfer to soil after roots have developed (a few weeks).
– In soil: Dip the cut end in rooting hormone (optional). Plant the cutting in a small pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist (not soggy) and place in a bright, indirect light location. You can cover the pot with a plastic bag to increase humidity.
- Select a healthy leaf: Choose a mature, healthy leaf and cut it at the base of the stalk, including a small portion of the main stem.
- Rooting: Place the leaf cutting in a container of water, submerging the stem portion and ensuring the leaf is above water. Roots should begin to develop in 1-2 weeks. A new plantlet will eventually grow from the base.
- Transfer to soil: Once the new plantlet has developed roots at least an inch long, transfer it to a small pot with well-draining soil.
- Provide bright, indirect sunlight.
- Keep the soil moist but not soggy, allowing it to dry slightly between waterings.
- Ensure good drainage by using a pot with drainage holes and a well-draining potting mix, [according to Lively Root].
- Fertilize sparingly during the growing season (spring and summer) and avoid over-fertilizing delicate new plants.
- Rotate the plant regularly to promote even growth.
- Maintain a suitable temperature range, ideally between 55°F and 86°F (13°C to 30°C).
- Consider providing extra humidity, especially in dry environments, by using a humidifier or placing the plant on a humidity tray.
How do you propagate a coin plant?
Cut a leaf from the mother plant at the base of its stalk using a clean, sterilized knife, taking along a small portion of its main stem as well. Fill a small container with clean tap water and place the leaf cutting in it. Place the container in a well-lit location, receiving bright, indirect sunlight.
Is it better to propagate a money tree in water or soil?
Propagating a money tree in soil is often recommended to enable the plant to grow strong roots. The soil contains many vital nutrients that the cuttings need to develop into full-grown plants.
Can a coin plant grow in water?
From my experience, Once you have cut it off, you can either stick the pup in water or pot it in dirt. I prefer the water method because I like to see the roots growing through the glass. For best results, stick your little glass or vase in indirect but bright sunlight. Once you see some roots growing, you can pot it.