Jade Plant care guide
Crassula ovata
Short version: 4+ hours of bright/direct light, and water when leaves lose their firm feel. The full care profile is below, and it is the same data PlantRx uses to build this plant's watering schedule inside the app.
Jade Plant care at a glance
| Light | 4+ hours of bright/direct light |
|---|---|
| Water | When leaves lose their firm feel |
| Soil | Succulent mix |
| Humidity | Low |
| Temperature | 55–75°F |
| Toxicity | Toxic to pets |
How often should you water a Jade Plant?
When leaves lose their firm feel. That is the single thing most likely to kill it — more houseplants die from the watering can than from anything else. In PlantRx, saving this plant to your garden turns that line into a dated reminder that shifts with your local forecast.
How much light does a Jade Plant need?
4+ hours of bright/direct light. Keep the soil (succulent mix) and humidity (low) matched to that, and hold the room between 55–75°F.
Is Jade Plant safe for cats and dogs?
Toxic to pets. PlantRx gives three separate verdicts — people, dogs and cats — on every plant it reads. This is general guidance, not veterinary advice: if an animal or child has eaten any part of a plant, call a vet or a poison line rather than relying on an app.
Grower's note
With enough sun the leaf edges blush red — a sign it's happy.
Not sure what you're holding?
PlantRx identifies a plant from a photo, scores its health out of 100 and builds the care schedule for you — including watering reminders adjusted to your local weather.