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(Crassula arborescens)
Silver Jade Plant (Crassula arborescens)
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Peter de Lange
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Photo by: Peter de Lange | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Peter de Lange | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2016-09-04T14:21:56-07:00 |
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Summary
Crassula arborescens, commonly known as the Silver Jade Plant or Silver Dollar Plant, is a succulent plant native to rocky outcrops and sandy soils in the fynbos vegetation of the Cape of South Africa. This species typically grows to a height of 2 to 4 feet (0.6 to 1.2 meters) and is characterized by its thick, round, silvery-blue leaves that resemble coins, hence the common names "Silver Dollar" and "Money Plant." It produces clusters of star-shaped, white to pink flowers during the winter months, which add to its ornamental appeal.
The Silver Jade Plant is valued for its drought tolerance and architectural form, making it a popular choice for water-wise gardens, rockeries, and as a striking container specimen. It is also well-suited for indoor cultivation as a houseplant, where it can thrive with minimal care. This plant prefers full sun to part shade and requires very little water, being susceptible to overwatering. It is best grown in well-draining soil, and it is tolerant of poor soils. While generally pest-free, mealybugs and fungal diseases can occasionally be a problem if the plant is overwatered or kept in poor ventilation.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Silver Jade Plant is valued for its drought tolerance and architectural form, making it a popular choice for water-wise gardens, rockeries, and as a striking container specimen. It is also well-suited for indoor cultivation as a houseplant, where it can thrive with minimal care. This plant prefers full sun to part shade and requires very little water, being susceptible to overwatering. It is best grown in well-draining soil, and it is tolerant of poor soils. While generally pest-free, mealybugs and fungal diseases can occasionally be a problem if the plant is overwatered or kept in poor ventilation.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Succulent
- Height: 4-5 feet
- Width: 4-5 feet
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Flower Color: Pink, White
- Flowering Season: Winter, Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Very Low, Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Drought Tolerant, Fire Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
native to rocky outcrops and sandy soils in the fynbos vegetation of the Cape of South Africa
Other Names
Common Names: Silver Dollar Plant, Beestebul, Chinese Jade, Money Plant, Money Tree, Trädkrassula
Scientific Names: , Crassula arborescens,
GBIF Accepted Name: Crassula arborescens (Mill.) Willd.