Raindrop peperomia guide
Peperomia polybotrya, also called coin-leaf peperomia, Peperomia 'Raindrop'
Published 2026-11-08
Quick care
- Light
- Medium
- Water
- When the top half of the soil is dry
- Humidity
- Average room air is fine
- Temperature
- 18 to 27°C (65 to 80°F). Keep above 13°C (55°F).
- Soil
- Chunky, fast-draining mix with perlite and bark
- Feeding
- Half-strength fertilizer monthly in spring and summer
- Pets
- Non-toxic to cats and dogs
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Mature size
- 15 to 30 cm (6 to 12 in) tall
- Propagation
- Leaf or stem cuttings in water or soil
- Where to buy
- Plant shops
This page covers what makes raindrop peperomia different. For light, water, soil, pests, and the rest, read the peperomia care guide.
What it is
Raindrop peperomia has thick, glossy, teardrop-shaped leaves on upright stems. The leaf stem attaches near the middle of the leaf, not at the edge. Select-A-Plant lists it at 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in) tall. It is often confused with Chinese money plant.
How to tell it apart
| Plant | Leaves | The tell |
|---|---|---|
| Raindrop peperomia | Thick, glossy, pointed teardrop | Leaves end in a point |
| Chinese money plant | Thin, round, flat, matte | Round, thin leaves like pancakes |
| Baby rubber plant | Thick, rounded, no point | Round tip, not a teardrop |
Care differences
Its thick leaves store a lot of water. Let the top half of the soil dry before watering. It handles medium light, but grows fuller in bright indirect light.
Grow it from a cutting
Cut a stem with a leaf or two. Root it in water or moist soil. A single leaf with its stem also roots. Roots form in three to five weeks.
Buying it
Raindrop peperomia is sold at plant shops and some garden centers. Sellers sometimes label it as a pilea. Check for the pointed tip.