String of Coins

String of Coins (Peperomia prostrata 'Pepperspot')

String of Coins is a charming trailing houseplant with small, coin-like leaves that drape naturally over the edge of a pot. It is perfect for shelves and hanging planters where you want a softer, cascading look without a demanding care routine. With bright, indirect light and a sensible watering schedule, it fills in steadily and keeps its delicate texture looking fresh. If you want an easy trailing plant that looks refined up close, String of Coins is a great choice.

Distinctive Features

This peperomia forms thin, trailing stems lined with small, rounded leaves that create a tight, layered look as the plant spills. The foliage is typically green with subtle darker markings, giving the plant a textured, patterned appearance that reads especially well in smaller pots. Leaves are somewhat thick and moisture-holding, which helps the plant tolerate short dry spells better than many trailing tropicals. Over time, it can create a dense curtain of foliage that looks elegant in hanging baskets and on high shelves.

Growing Conditions

• Sun: Bright, indirect light is ideal, and a little gentle morning sun can help maintain fuller growth.
• Soil: Fast-draining houseplant mix, and avoid heavy soils that stay wet.
• Water: Water when the top half of the pot dries, and do not let the plant sit in water.
• Humidity: Average home humidity is fine, and moderate humidity supports best foliage quality.
• USDA Zones: 10 to 12 as an outdoor plant, typically grown indoors in colder climates.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Place in a hanging pot where trailing stems can create a delicate, cascading accent.
• Shelf Styling: Set on a high shelf and let foliage spill over the edge for a softer, layered look.
• Small Space Greenery: Use where you want a trailing plant without taking up much surface area.
• Plant Collections: Pair with upright foliage plants to create contrast between compact and cascading forms.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Let soil dry partially between waterings, and reduce watering in lower light conditions.
• Pruning: Trim stems to shape and encourage fullness, and use cuttings to propagate new plants.
• Feeding: Feed lightly in spring and summer with a diluted houseplant fertilizer.
• Potting: Use a container with drainage holes to prevent soggy soil and protect roots.

Why Choose String of Coins?

• Trailing Texture: Coin-like leaves create a refined, cascading look for shelves and hanging pots.
• Compact and Versatile: Works well in small pots and fits easily into indoor plant displays.
• Easy Indoor Care: Thick leaves help it handle occasional missed waterings.
• Great Propagation Plant: Cuttings root readily, making it easy to thicken pots or share.

String of Coins is a great choice when you want a trailing plant with delicate texture and an easy routine. Give it bright, indirect light, well-drained soil, and watering only after partial dry-down. With simple care, it will trail beautifully and add a soft, layered feel to any indoor space.