Scientific Name
Crassula ovata 'Skinny Fingers'
Common Name(s)
Finger Jade, Jade Plant, Jade Tree, Money Tree, Organ Pipe Jade Plant
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Crassuloideae
Genus: Crassula
Description
Crassula ovata 'Skinny Fingers' is a small succulent shrub with finger-like leaves with pointed tips. It can grow up to 3 feet (90 cm) tall and 2 feet (60) wide. The leaves are green with a reddish tint and can grow up to 2 inches (5 cm) long. This cultivar is similar to Crassula ovata 'Gollum' and Crassula ovata 'Hobbit'.
The flowers are small, star-like, white or pinkish-white, and appear in winter.
Hardiness
USDA hardiness zone 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, considered symbols of good luck. But you do not need to be lucky to learn the proper care and maintenance of Jade Plants. The most important factors to consider when growing Jade Plants are 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 fall and allow the soil to dry out before watering again. During winter, water is only enough to keep the leaves from shriveling. The most common reason for failure is overwatering.
Propagating is achieved by placing leaf or stem cuttings into a soil mix and 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
Crassula ovata 'Skinny Fingers' is a cultivar of Crassula ovata.
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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