Saturday 6 July 2013

Crassula Ovata Jade Plant

These plants (crassula ovata)  include Crassulaceae family, originally from South Africa. Crasulla known as Jade Plant, because the leaves are thick and glossy look like jade comes from China. Other species are C. arborescens, C. Argentea and C. Portulacea, three is a very suitable plant indoors.

The trunk has a branching and looks succulent. Plant height can reach 1 m. When planted outdoors in full light the leaves will issue a reddish color. The flowers are white mixed with pink shabby. Many cultivars that are traded Hobbit and Gollum.

Growth of environmental

Required light is bright, but tolerant of shade, so it can be used as an indoor plant. Watering is done when the media is dry. low to moderate around 30-60%. Good air temperature around 18-29 C. Major is required at the time of planting and NPK orhanik material. NPK fertilization was repeated once a year.

This plant can be propagated by stem cuttings or leaves. Cuttings root easily grow even if not given a PGR. The problem that can occur when making the cultivation of this plant is the excess water will damage the roots.
Crassula Ovata
Crassula Ovata

Crassula Ovata Jade Plant

Jade Plant

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