Jade Plant
Crassula ovata
A beloved succulent from South Africa with thick woody stems and plump oval jade-green leaves sometimes tinted red along the edges in bright sun. In many cultures considered a symbol of prosperity and friendship (the 'money plant'). A very long-lived houseplant — specimens a century old exist. Small starry pink-white flowers appear in winter on mature plants that get cool dry dormancy.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Indoor (native to South Africa)
Light
4–6 hours of direct sun or very bright indirect light
Bloom Time
Winter (mature plants only)
Soil
Porous succulent/cactus mix with extra pumice
Water
When soil is fully dry; far less in winter (roughly monthly)
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Extremely easy from leaf or stem cuttings — let the wound callus for a few days, then place on dry soil. Roots in ~4 weeks, no rooting hormone needed.
