Variegated Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) – in 2.5 inch pot
Jade ‘Variegated’ Plant (Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’) is a cultivar of the Jade plant, a species of succulent that is native to South Africa. It is a popular landscape and houseplant due to its attractive variegated leaves and its ability to store water in its thick stem and leaves. It is also known as “money tree” and “money plant” due to the belief that it brings good luck and prosperity. This cultivar has a small, bushy habit and can grow up to 3 feet tall and wide. The leaves are glossy and green with white or yellow variegation, and have an oval shape. The plant produces small, white or pink flowers that bloom in the spring. The Jade plant is also a great choice for bonsai enthusiasts, as it can be pruned and trained to a desired shape. The Jade plant is very easy to care for, it is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soil. It can tolerate full sun to partial shade, but it prefers bright light and can tolerate some direct sunlight. It is also tolerant to low humidity and can survive in low light conditions. It is suitable for USDA zones 9-11, and can be grown indoors as a houseplant.
