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jade plant (Crassula ovata)

Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) is a popular succulent shrub known for its thick, glossy, oval leaves and tree-like growth. This resilient, low-maintenance houseplant can liv

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Sunlight

Bright indirect to full sun; avoid prolonged low light.

Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix.

Temperature

Prefers 18-24 °C; protect from frost.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Sparingly during growing season (spring/summer) with diluted liquid feed.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright indirect to full sun; avoid prolonged low light.

High

Water

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce in winter.

Infrequent

Soil

Well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix.

Temperature

Prefers 18-24 °C; protect from frost.

Warm

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Sparingly during growing season (spring/summer) with diluted liquid feed.

Low

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent, Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental, Foliage

Plant Place Type

Pot, Garden

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-2.5 m

Spread

0.6-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Slow to moderate

Dormancy

Winter (reduced growth)

Leaf Color

Green, Reddish-brown

Leaf Type

Succulent, obovate

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

40000

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Synonyms
Cotyledon ovata Mill.
Crassula argentea Thunb.
Crassula articulata Zuccagni
Crassula lucens Gram
Crassula nitida Schönland
Crassula obliqua Aiton
Crassula portulacea Lam.
Toelkenia ovata (Mill.) P.V.Heath
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSaxifragales
  • familyCrassulaceae
  • genusCrassula
  • speciesCrassula ovata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 5/5

Edible

No

Contains compounds that can cause gastrointestinal upset, depression, and ataxia in pets. In humans, ingestion may lead to mild stomach upset.

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