The Jade Plant is a resilient succulent with thick, oval-shaped leaves that store water. It thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and requires minimal watering, making it an ideal low-maintenance indoor plant.
Full Sun
Low Maintenance
Recommended Round Planter (Low Depth)
25°C - 35°C
Soil pH 6.8
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🌱 Basic Details
Botanical Name
Crassula ovata
Native Region
South Africa
Growth Rate
Slow Growth
Takes years to mature, common in trees like oak and pine.
Toxic to Pets
Yes
Does It Flower
Yes
💧 Care Requirements
Sunlight
Full Sun
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Temperature
25°C - 35°C
Hot climate; suited for heat-tolerant plants like desert succulents.
Humidity
Low Humidity
Thrives in dry conditions (30-50% humidity). Found in semi-arid zones like Barmer and Banaskantha. Suitable for Aloe vera, Indian frankincense (Boswellia serrata), and hardy succulents.
Soil Type
Sandy Soil
Consists of small particles of weathered rock, drains quickly but lacks nutrients.
Soil pH
6.8
🔧 Maintenance
Maintenance Level
Low Maintenance
Requires minimal care, thrives with occasional watering and basic soil conditions (e.g., succulents, snake plant).
Recommended Planter
Round Planter (Low Depth)
Shallow container suitable for plants with small root systems.
Propagation Season
March - June
Ideal for active growth and propagation of most tropical plants.
Pruning Schedule
March - JuneHot and dry period before monsoon, characterized by rising temperatures and occasional thunderstorms.
January - MarchGradual warming as winter transitions into spring, leading to blooming vegetation.