Pay attention to this detail, if you care about your jade tree there are some things you should know
Sometimes the exotic charm becomes so ingrained in our habits that it becomes almost imperceptible, this is also the case of the jade tree , a plant imported from the African continent that, however, has spread throughout the Mediterranean basin becoming a custom. in most homes. The appearance of this shoot , with few general needs, remotely resembles that of purslane , an edible herb present in our peninsula. The scientific name for this plant is Crassula Ovata and although it is easy to grow, there are a few details you should know about its maintenance, details that can make the difference between a thriving plant and one that is struggling to progress.
The Crassula Ovata, or jade tree, pay attention to sun exposure, there is a delicate balance that must be respected
Especially in the early 60s, the spread of this plant has had exponential growth in Italy , so much so that it has become a regular guest in mothers’ gardens, a host that shows infinite resistance, as well as considerable beauty.
Crassula Ovata is a succulent plant, meaning it retains moisture in its oval, semi-soft leaves, a trait that allows it to thrive even in arid conditions . However, the love of heat should not be deceiving , because the jade tree, although hardy, needs specific attention to thrive, especially when it comes to sun exposure.
The origins of Crassula Ovata , in fact, take it back to the hot and humid regions of South Africa , where the sun’s rays, despite being a constant presence, are never too intense or direct. This is the key to understanding the delicate relationship between the Jade Tree and sun exposure and providing this plant with the right balance so as not to risk ruining it.
Although the light is welcome, therefore, it is best not to exceed 4-5 hours of exposure per day to make your tree grow luxuriantly. Especially in this hot period, if the sun’s rays are too direct the plant could suffer , losing too much of its humidity, which would make the leaves shriveled and ugly.
The ideal environment would be a sunny place but not exposed to direct light, such as a balcony, perhaps in the presence of other plants that can protect the more direct light. This place will also be ideal for the cold season, to protect the plant from icy winds and low temperatures that your Crassula does not like.
To conclude, watering should not be excessive , this plant has in fact evolved precisely to resist drought and continuous stagnation of water would lead to rotting of the roots causing the plant to also die. The relationship of your Jade tree with the sun and water, therefore, is a delicate and balanced relationship that you will have to respect if you want to enjoy its eternal beauty for a long time.