Crassula ovata

Crassula ovata commonly known as jade plant, is a perennial succulent plant. Because of its thick, succulent leaves and unique leaf shape, it is widely cultivated all over the world as an important foliage plant. It has many varieties, most of which are colorful. The common colors are pink, red, purple, green and so on. It has high ornamental value, so it is widely favored by people. In recent years, more and more people take it as the preferred plant for family planting, because its cultivation and maintenance are very simple and has strong vitality. Potted plants placed on the desktop or balcony can beautify the living environment.
It likes warm, dry and sunny environment, and the suitable growth temperature is 15-24 ℃. Under full sunlight, its plants grow very strong and beautiful. It has good negative tolerance and can grow in a bright indoor environment. It is a very ideal family ornamental succulent plant. It is drought resistant but not ponding resistant. It does not need to be watered frequently. It can be watered 1-2 times a week. It also needs to be paid attentions to ventilation for family indoor planting.

3-6 hours of sun per day, with protection from intense mid-day sun

Water moderately, allowing the top 3cm to dry out between watering.

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Crassula Ovata

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