scientific name of jade plant Jade (Crassula ovata)

scientific name of jade plant Jade (Crassula ovata)Jade is arguably the most classic succulent variety, and its one of the few succulents that can adapt and thrive indoors in a bright window making a gorgeous houseplant. This succulent is evergreen with thick, plump, coin shaped leaves that are deep green with a shiny smooth texture. Tinges of red will color the edges of the leaf in high sun. The main branches of a mature plant become reddish brown and slightly woody in texture. Available in a 6" pot

Jade is arguably the most classic succulent variety, and it’s one of the few succulents that can adapt and thrive indoors in a bright window making a gorgeous houseplant. This succulent is evergreen with thick, plump, coin shaped leaves that are deep green with a shiny smooth texture. Tinges of red will color the edges of the leaf in high sun. The main branches of a mature plant become reddish-brown and slightly woody in texture. Available in a 6" pot
>>Fun fact: Jade is commonly known as a lucky plant or money plant and is the most popular houseplant grown worldwide!

Light: Very bright filtered light to direct morning sun
Water: Saturate once the soil has dried out completely: Approx every 2 weeks
Soil: Well draining potting mix. Additives could include perlite
Bloom: Mature plants will make small white or pink star-shaped flowers in winter
Propagate: Place a stem cutting directly into soil and water after 2 weeks. Remove a single leaf and put on bright windowsill, once roots and rosette form, plant in soil.

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