In recent years, the Pancake Plant has made its lustrous comeback as the undisputed star among plant lovers! Once a...
In recent years, the Pancake Plant has made its lustrous comeback as the undisputed star among plant lovers! Once a rare find, it is now an indispensable showpiece in any modern home. This green friend is officially called the Pilea Peperomioides. Its flat, round leaves have earned it its nickname ‘Pancake Plant’.
Where does the Pancake Plant originally come from?
The Pilea has its origins in the mountainous regions of south-west China. Here, it grows naturally on rocky slopes and in the shade of trees. The plant was first discovered by a Swedish missionary in the 1940s during his stay in China. He brought some cuttings back to Europe, where the plant soon became popular for its unique appearance and easy care.
Is the Pancake Plant poisonous?
The Pancake Plant is known to be non-toxic to pets! That makes it the ideal companion for your furry friends. So it's certainly no problem if your cat sneaks a bite of the Pancake Plant, but be careful your cat doesn't nibble on it too much, this is obviously not so healthy.
The air-purifying qualities of the Pancake Plant
The Pancake Plant is known as an excellent air purifier! Although the plant is relatively small compared to other houseplants, this does not mean that its air-purifying power is also small. Of course, you would need several pancake plants to have a noticeable impact, but don't underestimate the power of each individual plant. Every little bit helps!
How big can a Pancake Plant grow?
The pancake plant can grow quickly when it is enjoying itself. Of course, this does vary from one individual to another and certainly also depends on care and location. Over a long period of time, the plant can grow about 30 to 40 cm tall and can also grow a sturdy stem. Of course, you can also choose to take cuttings to create small pancake plants.
Can the Pancake Plant flower?
It may surprise you, but yes, a pancake plant can also flower! After a period of overwintering, small white flowers may appear on the plant. However, this is rare. Fortunately, the flowering of a pancake plant does not affect the health or growth of the plant itself. So if you're lucky and your pancake plant starts flowering, just leave the flowers as they are.