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Jade Plant
Crassula ovata
A hardy plant with oval-shaped leaves and thick, woody stems. A miniature tree-like succulent.

Native to the Kwa Zulu-Natal province and Eastern Cape of South Africa and Mozambique, this plant is also known as the "Money Tree" - it is believed to bring wealth and luck to owners.
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The beautiful, spoon-shaped leaves resemble jade stones, which are also a symbol of wealth and prosperity. When placed in bright light, they can develop red edges.
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The Jade plant is easy to maintain and look after and is often given as a gift.
Water only when
the soil feels dry
to the touch.

watering


Provide at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day.
Maintain
temperatures
of 60-70 °F.

light
temperature
feeding


Use a balanced liquid
fertilizer in spring
and summer only.
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