🪴 Jade Plant
Family: Crassulaceae
Native to: South Africa
Light: Bright direct to indirect
Water: Every 2-3 weeks
Difficulty: ⭐ Beginner
Toxicity: Mildly toxic to pets
Care Summary
Jade Plant is a succulent tree with thick rounded leaves. Extremely low maintenance and long-lived.
Light Requirements
Best light: Bright direct to indirect. Adjust based on leaf response - pale or leggy growth means too little light, scorched leaves mean too much.
Watering
Frequency: Every 2-3 weeks. Always check soil moisture before watering. Overwatering is the #1 killer of houseplants.
Toxicity
Mildly toxic to pets. Keep out of reach of pets and children.