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Black-outlined botanical illustration of Classic Jade: Thick pale-brown branching trunk; irregular open rounded crown; opposite thick oval green leaves; rounded leaf ends and subtle red margins. — Specimen illustration

The Jade Cabinet

Classic Jade

Crassula ovata

Light: A sunny indoor position; introduce stronger sun gradually.
Watering: Let the potting mix dry between thorough waterings.

Read the care guide for Classic Jade ↗

Black-outlined botanical illustration of Gollum Jade: Short upright succulent stem; clustered green tubular leaves; open cup-like or trumpet-shaped leaf tips; uneven juvenile crown. — Specimen illustration

The Tubular Herbarium

Gollum Jade

Crassula ovata ‘Gollum’

Light: A sunny indoor position; introduce stronger sun gradually.
Watering: Let the potting mix dry between thorough waterings.

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Black-outlined botanical illustration of Elephant Bush: Forked woody trunk; taller central leader and shorter right branch; small opposite fleshy rounded leaves; bright green foliage. — Specimen illustration

The Copper Bough

Elephant Bush

Portulacaria afra

Light: Bright indirect light; introduce stronger outdoor light gradually.
Watering: Let the upper inch of mix dry during active growth; drain after watering.

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