Scientific Name
Crassula ovata 'Gollum Variegata'
Common Name(s)
Gollum Jade, Trumpet Jade, Hobbit's Pipe Jade, ET's Fingers
Synonym(s)
Crassula ovata 'Red Coral'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Crassuloideae
Genus: Crassula
Description
Crassula ovata 'Gollum Variegata' is a small succulent shrub with sparingly branched stems and attractive variegated tubular leaves. It grows up to 3 feet (90 cm) tall and 2 feet (60) wide. Flowers are small, star-shaped, white or pinkish-white, and appear from late winter to early spring.
Hardiness
USDA hardiness zones 10a to 11b: from 30 °F (−1.1 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
How to Grow and Care
Many people enjoy growing Jade Plants in their homes and offices, which are considered good luck symbols. But you do not need to be lucky to learn proper care and maintenance of Jade Plants. The most important factors to consider when growing Jade Plants is water, light, temperature, and fertilizer.
Easy to grow in a container, best in full sun but will tolerate part sun. It needs well-drained soil with a neutral pH. Water regularly from spring to autumn, allowing the soil to dry out before watering again. During the winter months, water only enough to keep the leaves from shriveling. The most common reason for failure is overwatering.
Propagating is achieved with leaf or stem cuttings placed into a soil mix, then waiting until they show some growth. Before placing them in the soil mix, you will prevent potential problems from the sap seeping out by allowing them to dry on a windowsill for a few days or so.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for a Jade Plant.
Origin
This succulent is a form of Crassula ovata 'Gollum' selected for its variegated foliage.
Links
- Back to genus Crassula
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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