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Crassula ovata (Money plant)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 1m
max. spread
Ultimate height 1m
max. height
Time to maturity 10-20 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Crassula ovata

Other names: Money plant, Jade plant, Crassula argentea, Crassula portulacea, Crassula arborescens, Dollar plant, Jade tree


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Genus: Crassula

Species: C. ovata - C. ovata is an evergreen sub-shrub suitable for growing indoors. It has rounded, dark-green, succulent leaves and a dense, branching habit.

Crassula ovata is: Evergreen

Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons

Habit: Branching, Bushy

Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)

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Specific pests: Aphids , Mealybugs , Vine weevil

Diseases: Generally disease-free.

General care

Propagation methods: Leaf cuttings, Seed. REGISTER to read more...


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Crassula ovata (Money plant) will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 1m after 10-20 years.


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Suggested uses: Conservatory, Greenhouse, Indoor

Cultivation: Grow under glass in cactus compost in full sun or filtered light. Whilst in growth, apply a liquid feed fortnightly. Water regularly but moderately, reducing the amount and frequency during winter.

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Soil types: Loamy, Sandy Match unknown
Soil drainage: Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: North, South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Indoor heated (H1) Match unknown

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