What Is A Chinese Money Plant ? Pilea peperomioides, also known as the Chinese Money Plant , is a native plant from the Yunnan Province of southern China, famous for its round-shaped leaves and rather simple requirements in terms of care. Chinese money plant care and propagation. Pilea peperomioides needs semi-shade, a temperature above 53.6ºF (12ºC), well-drained soil, abundant watering and propagates with shoots or cuttings. Money plant , aka Chinese Money plant , has distinct coin-shaped leaves and has an association with wealth and prosperity in Feng Shui. Learn how to grow it here. All you need to know about growing Pilea peperomiodes, or Chinese money plant , in this practical Grow Guide.