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Ripple Jade

4.6 out of 5 (14 experiences)

Survivor

Fast grower

About Ripple Jade

Plants in the Crassula genus are amazingly diverse and come in an incredible assortment of sizes and colors. Many of the ones we grow today are native to a small region in South Africa, which makes that diversity even more amazing! They're super low maintenance plants that can handle long periods of drought, so great if you're prone to skipping waters (we won't tell). 🫢 Make sure they get plenty of sunlight and that they're planted in a pot with a drainage hole and they'll be happy as can be!

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Crassula arborescens subsp. undulatifolia

Genus

Crassula

Family

Crassulaceae

Order

Saxifragales

Also known as

Curly Jade and Crassula arborescens undulatifolia

How to care for Ripple Jade

💦 Water

How often to water your Ripple Jade

Ripple Jade needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Ripple Jade in your home

Ripple Jade love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Ripple Jade does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Ripple Jade in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Ripple Jade

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Ripple Jade: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Ripple Jade after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Ripple Jade is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Ripple Jade →

Common Ripple Jade Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Ripple Jade thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Ripple Jade Water Frequency →

Ripple Jade Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Ripple Jade requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Ripple Jade Light Requirements →

Ripple Jade Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Ripple Jade is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

💨 Humidity

Ripple Jade enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Ripple Jade Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Ripple Jade is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Ripple Jade →

When and How to Successfully Repot Ripple Jade →

💩 Fertilizer

Ripple Jade grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Ripple Jade →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Ripple Jade to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Ripple Jade is native to South Africa.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Ripple Jade bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Ripple Jade Flowers →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Ripple Jade grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Ripple Jade →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Ripple Jade can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Ripple Jade Temperature Tolerance →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Ripple Jade can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Ripple Jade →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Ripple Jade. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

Care Summary for Ripple Jade

Ripple Jade

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Survivor 10

Fast grower 6

Easy to propagate 5

Large, lush leaves 5

Browns easily 2

@@Kissmycactass

95 Plants

1,786 XP

Melrose, MA

08/24/2021

I have a love/hate relationship with how fast it grows.

Fast grower

Easy to propagate

Survivor

Large, lush leaves

Ripple Jade plant photo by @Kissmycactass named Your plant on Greg, the plant care app.

@@vicky

8 Plants

363 XP

08/16/2021

This plant is very low maintenance. It survives well if you forget to water it for a couple weeks. It just grows sprouts very rarely, but it seems like a plant that will be with me for quite a few years.

Survivor