Green Jade Plant
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Details & Care
Description
Beauty in a small package, as one would say, is exactly what this Jade Mini Plant is. They are simple to care for and make easy houseplants for a sunny location. Native to South Africa, it is commonly eaten as a component of a salad or soup; however is often confused with the Jade Plant, which is mildly toxic. Moreover, this plant has enormous carbon-storing capabilities making it the perfect companion for today's pollution-dominant world.
Botanical Name
Portulacaria afra
Common Name(s)
Elephant Bush | Porkbush | Purslane Tree | Spekboom
Rudimentaries
Nourishment
They require a phosphorus-rich diet. Any type of organic fertilizer will suffice. Plant lifter™ or Biogro™ or any organic all-purpose manure, along with interlining Bahaar™, ensures abundant and lush growth.
Repotting
Jade is a slow-growing plant. It can stay in It's pot for a long time. Repotting is usually recommended every 2-3 years.
Rays of Sunshine
Jade's are adaptive. They grow in both well lit bright light areas and low light areas. They thrive well if they receive at least 4 hours of bright, filtered sunlight daily.
Viable Locations
The best location is near windowsills where there is plenty of natural light. They can even be grown outside in full sun. They may burn at first, but they will quickly adapt.
Water Levels
Your plants will arrive in a self-watering pot adept at safeguarding a continually moist potting medium. If the soil appears to be dry, gently lift the black inner container to check the reservoir's water level. If the reservoir is nearly empty, add 150-250 mL of water to the soil from the top.
Description
Beauty in a small package, as one would say, is exactly what this Jade Mini Plant is. They are simple to care for and make easy houseplants for a sunny location. Native to South Africa, it is commonly eaten as a component of a salad or soup; however is often confused with the Jade Plant, which is mildly toxic. Moreover, this plant has enormous carbon-storing capabilities making it the perfect companion for today's pollution-dominant world.
Botanical Name
Portulacaria afra
Common Name(s)
Elephant Bush | Porkbush | Purslane Tree | Spekboom
Common Worries
Plant is looking weak
The main reason could be root rot. Just cut the rooting roots and replant.
The plant turns yellow and edges brown
The main reason could be excess or under watering. Second could be excessive fertilsing and less light.
Description
Beauty in a small package, as one would say, is exactly what this Jade Mini Plant is. They are simple to care for and make easy houseplants for a sunny location. Native to South Africa, it is commonly eaten as a component of a salad or soup; however is often confused with the Jade Plant, which is mildly toxic. Moreover, this plant has enormous carbon-storing capabilities making it the perfect companion for today's pollution-dominant world.
Botanical Name
Portulacaria afra
Common Name(s)
Elephant Bush | Porkbush | Purslane Tree | Spekboom
Get An Eyeful
Description
Beauty in a small package, as one would say, is exactly what this Jade Mini Plant is. They are simple to care for and make easy houseplants for a sunny location. Native to South Africa, it is commonly eaten as a component of a salad or soup; however is often confused with the Jade Plant, which is mildly toxic. Moreover, this plant has enormous carbon-storing capabilities making it the perfect companion for today's pollution-dominant world.
Botanical Name
Portulacaria afra
Common Name(s)
Elephant Bush | Porkbush | Purslane Tree | Spekboom
Know before you sow
Sow Method
Sunlight
Watering
Season
Days to Harvest
Step by Step Growth Guide
1. Sowing
2. Nurturing