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Piggyback Plant | Tolmiea
Houseplant Size Guide
At Houseplant.co.uk, we want to ensure that you choose the perfect plant for your space. Here's how we measure our plants:
Plant Height:
Measured from the base of the nursery pot to the top of the plant, including the full length of the stem and foliage.
Pot Size:
Refers to the total width across the top of the pot.
Choosing the Right Size
To find the perfect fit, compare the diameter of your plant's grow pot to the opening diameter of your chosen decorative pot. Ensure the decorative pot is at least 1-3cm larger in diameter than the grow pot for easy insertion and removal.
Important Notes
- Plant sizes are approximate and include the depth of the plant pot and roots, not just the height from the top of the soil.
- If a specific plant size is not available, we may provide a larger plant at no additional cost to you.
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If you're on the hunt for a plant that is a tropical delight and sure to inspire, these stunning perennial Tolmiea Menziesii plants - also known as both the 'Piggyback Plant' and 'Pick-A-Back Plant' are an excellent pick! They are best known for their distinct foliage-rich appearance and vibrant colours - but they can also help purify the surrounding air, so by caring for yours, it'll care for you too! A superb variety for decorating and adding an exotic touch at home, in the office and beyond - they are pet friendly and fantastic for decorating all sorts of spaces.
Product Information
Product Information
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| Average Plant Height | Below 10 cm |
| Internal Pot Diameter | 6 cm |
| Botanical Names | Tolmiea |
| Other Names | Pick-A-Back Plant, Thousand Mothers, Youth on Age, Saxifraga Piggyback, Curiosity Plant |
| Pet Friendly | Pet friendly |
| Air Purifying | Air purifying plant |
| Water Requirements | High water requirements |
| Light Requirements | Happy in both light & shade |
Reviews ★★★★★
Reviews ★★★★★
We are rated "Excellent" 4.7 / 5 on Google.
We have shipped over 250,000 houseplants to our happy customers.
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Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Each houseplant requires different levels of care so every order is shipped with a handy care guide. For a few quick tips on how to care for Piggyback Plant | Tolmiea follow me!
Need further help? We have lots of handy guides dedicated to Indoor Plant Care
14 Day Freshness Guarantee
14 Day Freshness Guarantee
We only deliver the highest quality houseplants & indoor plants. We are so confident in our plants we give them a 14 day freshness guarantee.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Over 95% of our orders are delivered within 1-2 working day.
All of our products are shipped on an express delivery service which can be tracked as soon as it has been despatched. We use a number of different couriers to give you the best possible experience. Delivery Information
Delivery Charges
Delivery Charges
Our gift boxes and mystery boxes include free delivery.
For all other orders, our delivery charges are set out below.
Orders under £20 | £7.99
Orders £20 - £50 | £4.99
Orders over £50 | FREE DELIVERY
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Other Names For Houseplant
Tolmiea, Pick-A-Back Plant, Thousand Mothers, Youth on Age, Saxifraga Piggyback, and Curiosity Plant.
Care Guide
Light & Water Requirements
I have High water requirements and I am Happy in both light & shade.
Houseplant Freshness Guarantee
We only deliver the highest quality houseplants & indoor plants. We are so confident in our plants we give them a 14 day freshness guarantee.
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I ordered a weeping fig and a spider plant. They arrived promptly and safely. I am delighted with my purchase. Highly recommend.
Truly amazing my plants arrived quickly and in perfect condition. The plants, four of them, had all been careful packed to protect their leaves and branches.
We are delighted with the ficus, delivered in good condition and it’s a nice shape.
All Good! Great little plants to add to a growing collection, look healthy, arrived as promised! What’s not to love ❤️
This is the 2nd time I have sent gifts using this service. Everyone was delighted with the quality of the plants and pot. The delivery was just as required with a time slot.
Pleasant surprise. It is a first company which has thought about everything. Even securing a compost in a pot, wrapping in paper. Absolutely first class service.
Professional and efficient service, plants arrive promptly, well packaged and in pristine order, very healthy. Excellent value for money. Houseplant UK is the best online company I have found in this category.
Fast delivery and plants were beautifully and carefully packed. Have bought plants from HousePlants multiple times with a consistent experience. Amazing quality.
Delivered in an excellent state, health and looking beautiful. I ADORE this site now I've discovered it.
Customer Reviews
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Balvinder G.
September, 2025
Piggyback Plant | Tolmiea ordered with other itemsQuality and variety...
Quick delivery. A great selection of pet friendly plants the best I have found and believe me I have looked! Top quality plant very very pleased with the purchase I used to use a different company for plant purchases but from now on its Houseplant every time wish I’d found them sooner!
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Alison K.
August, 2025
Piggyback Plant | Tolmiea ordered with other itemsExcellent informative (and tempting!) website...
Excellent informative (and tempting!) website which offers large amount of choice and size of house plants etc, far greater than could be expected to find at a garden centre. Ordering process was quick and easy. Plants arrived in excellent condition within couple of days, safely and securely tucked up in their box. Have used Houseplant UK previously and will again in the future when adding to my house jungle so have no hesitation in recommending.
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Allan T.
July, 2025
Piggyback Plant | Tolmiea orderedEasy to navigate website,...
Easy to navigate website, good description of each plant. Could notnfind a piggyback plant anywhere local. Plant was well packaged and protected. Delivery was fast and well done. Plants were in top condition and well protected in the box with straw and clingfilm. Good care instructions included as well. Overall a excellent experience.
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Bridget W.
June, 2025
Piggyback Plant | Tolmiea ordered with other itemsBeautifully packaged. No soil spilled...
Beautifully packaged. No soil spilled even though the courier handed them to me on their side. Healthy plants. Very happy.
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Sohiela S.
June, 2025
Piggyback Plant | Tolmiea ordered with other itemsDear Houseplant and team,
Dear Houseplant and team, I’m so delighted that I happened to choose your website for my recent purchase of houseplants, soil, and pots — what started as a happy coincidence has now made me a loyal customer for life. I truly admire your dedication to customer care. In my view, it’s one of the most important pillars of any successful business, and you have mastered it beautifully. The way you accompany your customers with kindness and thoughtful service is not just professional — it’s truly heartwarming. Wishing you continued success, growth, and recognition in all that you do, especially in your wonderful business. Warmest regards, Soheila
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