Pilea — 29 species

Pilea is a cheerful genus of compact, fast-growing tropicals loved for bold or intricate foliage. The Chinese money plant sports glossy, coin-shaped leaves; Moon Valley Pilea offers deeply textured, bronze-green surfaces; Aluminum Plant (Watermelon Pilea) flashes silvery markings; and Pilea glauca 'Aquamarine' spills delicate grey-blue leaves. All prefer bright indirect light and moderate watering — let the top inch of soil dry between drinks. According to the ASPCA, Pilea species are non-toxic to cats and dogs, making the whole genus pet-household friendly.