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The new plant trend that’s popping up everywhere

And it's gorgeous!
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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 homes of design influencers and tastemakers.

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.

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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.

 

  

This article originally appeared on Better Homes and Gardens.

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