Crassula ovata

Common Name:
Jade Plant

Description:
Crassula ovata, commonly known as the Jade Plant, is a hardy, slow-growing succulent with thick, glossy, oval-shaped green leaves that sometimes develop red edges when exposed to bright sunlight. This low-maintenance plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in well-draining soil, making it an excellent choice for gardens, pots, and indoor spaces. During late autumn and winter, mature plants produce small, star-shaped white or pale pink flowers, adding seasonal interest. The Jade Plant prefers full sun to part shade and requires minimal watering, making it an ideal plant for beginners. In Feng Shui, it is often considered a symbol of good luck and prosperity.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 1–1.5m
• Width: 1–1.5m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade
• Indoors / Well Lit

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn
• Flowers in Winter

Flower Colour:

• White
• Pale Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Tolerant (once established)
• Perennial
• Low Maintenance
• Suitable for Bonsai

Toxicity:

• Toxic to pets if ingested (can cause vomiting and lethargy in cats and dogs)

Companion Plants:

• Aloe Vera
• Echeveria
• Sedum
• Agave
• Kalanchoe