Crassula ovata Jade Plant
Crassula ovata - Jade Plant, commonly know as Money Plant;
This a very popular succulent houseplant and has been found on shelves and bookcases for generations. (Not to be confused with the Money Tree, which is the common name for Pachira aquatica).
Once established as a mature plant, it forms a miniature tree like structure, with a thick trunk and branches. Leaves are thick, fleshy and opal shaped in a deep, glossy jade green, sometimes with a red tinge at the leaf edge. New growth starts on stems that have the same colour and texture as the leaves, but this hardens into a brown, woody stem in time.
They are very easy to care for, provided they have plenty of light. As they store water in their fleshy leaves, they do not require a lot of attention.
Care instructions:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight, though a few hours of direct sunlight a day would not go amiss. It will tolerate some degree of shade but may appear less full and vibrant.
Watering: Likes to be well watered. Allow the soil to dry out before watering again to avoid overwatering. Crassula do not like having their roots sitting in water.
Temperature: This plant will do well in average household temperatures: between 15-24°C. Make sure your Crassula ovata does not drop below 10°C.
Humidity: Normal home humidity. They will tolerate higher levels of humidity and don't mind being misted but this is not required.
Toxic: Yes; Crassula ovata is toxic and can cause gastrointestinal upset, including symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. Keep out of reach from babies/pets.
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