A South African succulent shrub with thick oval leaves and a treelike trunk, one of the most enduring houseplants and considered a symbol of good luck.
Description
Jade plant grows a stout woody trunk and branches set with plump, glossy, oval green leaves often edged red in bright sun. Mature plants may produce small white or pink star flowers in winter.
Cultivation
It needs bright light, gritty cactus mix, and infrequent watering. Overwatering causes mushy stems; underwatering shrivels leaves but rarely kills the plant.
Uses
A long-lived heirloom houseplant often passed between generations, jade is considered to attract prosperity in Chinese tradition and is a popular gift for new homes and businesses.
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