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Basic Info
Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia also known as the “Ripple Jade”. This is a easy to grow succulent and quite popular. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to 1.2 m (4ft) tall and about 1 m (3ft) in diamter. The plant is mostly green with red edges.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Crassuloideae
Genus: Crassula
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia “Ripple Jade” can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs less watering than other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Ripple Jade healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia “Ripple Jade”. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia “Ripple Jade”
This succulent type is one of the greener succulents you can have in your garden. Be sure to enjoy it when you watch it early in the morning. It is a nice addition to your outside garden!
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown inside and outside
- Grows up to 1,2 m (4 ft) tall
- Grows up to 1 m (3 ft) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Lives in Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20°F)
- Best propagated by leaves
- Generally known to be toxic to people and animals.
- Remains dormant during the summer
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Where to Plant
Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia “Ripple Jade” need strong light. When planting this Ripple Jade type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 10a which is around 6.7°C (20°F ). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia “Ripple Jade” in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia “Ripple Jade”
Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia “Ripple Jade” can be propagated by offsets or seeds. Propagating by seeds would be difficult since this succulent is a difficult type to grow. This slow-growing succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
Offsets
Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia “Ripple Jade” propagates from the offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you should wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
Origin and Habitat
Crassula Arborescens Undulatifolia also known as ‘Ripple Jade’ traces its origin back to South Africa.
