Native to South Africa and Mozambique, Crassula Ovata ‘Jade plant‘ is probably one of the most recognizable succulent plants out there. Their popularity is no surprise due to this plant’s versatility and ease in care. Crassula Ovata ‘Jade plant’ produces star-shaped, white or pink flowers.
In this manner, how can I identify my succulent plant?
Here are some of the plant characteristics to look for when identifying succulents:
- Leaf – shape, size and thickness.
- Color – of leaves, flowers or stems.
- Markings or bumps on the leaves.
- Flower – shape, color, number of blooms and petals.
- Stem – color, texture, length.
- Ciliate hairs.
- Epicuticular wax.
- Spikes, spines or smooth.
Consequently, how do you take care of a kalanchoe plant?
How to Care for a Kalanchoe Blossfeldiana Plant
- Select an area with plenty of sunlight and light, sandy soil. …
- Water kalanchoe when the soil feels dry, but avoid wetting the leaves. …
- Trim off any dead or wilting flowers at their stems. …
- Fertilize kalanchoe during periods of new growth.
Why does my succulent look like a tree?
Lack of Sunlight
Succulents stretch out when they aren’t getting enough sunlight. You’ll first notice the succulent start to turn and bend toward the light source. Then as it continues to grow it will get taller with more space between the leaves.
How do I find out what type of plant I have?
Take a look at the shape of the leaf when identifying flowers by their leaves. The leaf shape can be round, oval or oblong, lance shaped or elliptic. The pattern of veins in the leaf can also help you figure out the type of plant you are dealing with.
Is there an app to identify succulents?
A great option for identification is an app put together by my friend Jacki at Drought Smart Plants called Succulent ID. You can look at different genera of succulents or search through photos based on characteristics of your succulent.
How do you tell if a succulent is male or female?
What succulent is purple?
Echeveria ‘Dusty Rose’ is one of the purple succulents that form fast-growing rosettes of wide, powdery violet leaves. The beautiful color of these succulents only gets better with more sunlight!
