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Pancake plant

Chinese money plant

Pancake plant

The popular pancake plant originates from China. This plant is particularly popular for its striking appearance and easy care. Ideal for anyone who likes to bring something special into their home.

 

Size: 30 to 40 centimetres and a blade diameter of 10 to 15 centimetres.

Care

Light: Put your plant in a bright spot, but avoid direct sunlight.

Water: Keep the potting soil lightly moist and ensure that excess water can drain away well. This will prevent root rot. Depending on the temperature and the size of the plant, a splash of water once a week is sufficient.

Potting soil

Terra Soilmix

Specially formulated to offer optimal air and moisture balance.
This ensures that the roots receive sufficient oxygen and can vigorously
develop. This ensures stronger and faster growth.

Bio Soilmix

A 100% organic potting compost containing no animal (by-)products. Perfect
for organic growers. Its plant-based composition ensures a slow
release of nutrients. This ensures gradual and sustainable growth.

Fertilizers

Terra Grow

De uitgebalanceerde formule van stikstof, fosfor en kalium stimuleert de
formation of strong leaves and compact growth. This prevents your
pancake plant grows limp or thin.

Extra care

Calcium boost: This prevents calcium deficiencies in the Pilea peperomioides, which are common. Cellmax Calcium boost ensures strong cell structures, prevents deformities, and strengthens the overall resistance of the leaf to diseases.

Cuttings and Propagation

The pancake plant produces many offshoots. When the offshoots are reasonably mature, they can be repotted. Support the root growth of your cuttings with the Cellmax root booster.

Interesting fact

Did you know that the pancake plant is also known as the friendship plant? Its many offshoots are perfect for cutting and giving as gifts to friends and family.
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