What kind of growing environment suits pennywort?

Other names for pennywort

Pennywort, South American pennywort, coin grass, round coin grass, shield-leaf pennywort, money lotus.

Growth habits of pennywort

Pennywort is robust by nature, easy to plant, multiplies quickly, and can grow both in water and on land.

Pennywort likes warmth and moisture, and should be kept in a semi-shaded spot, avoiding direct sunlight. There are no strict requirements for the growing soil, but soft, well-draining soil is best, or it can be grown directly in water. The optimal growing temperature is22~28℃，

Pennywort does not need a very large pot; it can also be grown in a larger bowl, and a shallower narcissus pot will do. For soil, garden soil is generally used, mixed with an appropriate amount of river sand, plus a small amount of organic fertilizer as a base fertilizer.

Pennywort is sensitive to cold. In winter, for pennywort kept outdoors, all the water can be poured off and the plant placed in a south-facing, sunny, sheltered spot, and it can overwinter safely. In winter, however, the leaves will gradually wither, and the roots underground will sprout again the following spring. In cold northern regions without heating, you can cover it with a hood, pour off the water, and keep it moist; as long as the room temperature does not drop below0°C, it will likewise continue to grow the following year.

The symbolism of pennywort

Pennywort has round leaves, like mini lotus leaves, quite cute, and resembling ancient copper coins, symbolizing reunion and continuous good fortune. Moreover, its name carries the words "copper" and "coin", giving it a naturally different meaning: with copper coins at home, wealth rolls in, so it is regarded as a symbol of wealth.