Types Of Jade Plant Identification Crassula Varieties Names And Care Guide With Moody Blooms

The Jade plant is a very popular houseplant because it is super easy to care for. Perfect for beginners or the forgetful gardener. They thrive in most indoor environments, making their lush green leaves a great addition to any home or office. Jade plants are a species of succulent plants in the genus Crassula (pronounced KRASS-oo-luh or KRASS-uh-luh) and family Crassulaceae (pronounced krass-yoo-LAY-see-ee).
Native to South Africa, there are about 200 species of jade plants and 1400-1500 Crassula varieties. Jade plant does not require much care, but if you treat it right, it can last a lifetime. You can train Jade plants into a Bonsai, and it can also grow into a large, beautiful bush. Many public and private places are decorated with Jade plants.
Crassula Ovata
The Crassula Ovata is the most common type of Jade Plant and is also known as The Money Tree, The Friendship Plant or the Lucky Jade. It was the original variety of the Jade Plant that was first discovered. One of the most popular varieties in circulation today and also the fastest growing of all the Ovata cultivars. They get their name from their meaty jade-green colored leaves that are usually tear-shaped, oval-shaped, or wedge-shaped.
Incredibly hardy and said to bring good fortune and luck according to the Feng Shui. When stressed the leaf tips can turn a pretty reddish pink. In winter look for cute pinkish white flowers. People consider it ideal for planting near coastal areas. It is also used as a divider or display in gardens when trimmed and shaped properly.
Crassula Arborescens
Crassula Arborescens (pronounced KRASS-yoo-luh ar-bore-ESS-enz) is commonly known as the Silver Dollar Jade, Blue Bird, or the Blue Buddha Bush, it is known for its silvery light blue leaves. The blue bird jade plant has more circular leaves than other common jade plants. It is a slow-growing plant, much slower than its cousin the crassula ovata. When exposed to more sun the edges leaves produce bright red to burgundy tips. The flowers that grow from its tips are long lasting and appear during the autumn-winter period. It can grow as a large bush outdoors or can be kept more small and compact in a container.