Jade plant
A species of Crassula, Also known as Lucky plant, Money plant, Money tree Botanical name : Crassula ovata Genus : Crassula
Jade plant, A species of Crassula
Also known as:
Lucky plant, Money plant, Money tree
Botanical name: Crassula ovata
Genus: Crassula
Description
Looking like a miniature fairytale tree, jade plant is one of the world's most popular succulents. Native to southern regions of Africa, it is well adapted to the dry warm air of modern homes. It grows slowly but lives for so long that plants get passed from generation to generation. It is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, and even mildly toxic to humans.
Plant Type
Succulent
Lifespan
Perennial
Flower Color
White
Pink
Leaf Color
Yellow
Red
Green
Toxic
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General Info
Name story
Jade plant
As a succulent plant, its fleshy leaves are flat-oval shaped and about the size of a thumb. It looks especially like jadeite. The edge of its leaves are laced with an attractive pale red, resembling the aging of the green jadeite, and it grows thicker each year. Hence, its unique characteristics give birth to the name, Jade Plant.
Symbolism
Good fortune, wealth, friendship, harmony within the family
Usages
Environmental Protection Value
It can purify air, prevent radiation, and absorb harmful gases.
Garden Use
Jade plant is a succulent, drought-tolerant plant perfect for rock gardens. The plump, glossy leaves compliment its fragrant pink flowers when it blooms around winter time. Jade plant is a great addition to a desert landscape with other succulents, or perfect in a container by itself where it can thrive under slight root-bound conditions.
Care Guide for Jade plant
Water
Jade plant is very susceptible to root rot, so its soil needs to dry out completely in between waterings. Watering care differs for this species in different growing seasons. During its growth season in the spring and summer, jade plant should be watered more frequently. In the dormant winter season, it should be watered less. Watering once a month is normally sufficient for this species during winter.
Fertilization
Fertilization once a month during the growing season.
Pruning
Trim the diseased, withered leaves once a month.
Potting Suggestions
Both
Scientific Classification
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