These jade-like succulents, with their thick, glossy leaves, have an uncanny resemblance to the beloved plants from the Crassula ovata genus!
Botanical Name: Portulacaria afra
Elephant Bush leaves are small, rounded, and glossy, resembling miniature Jade Plant leaves. They have a thick, succulent texture, but are usually a brighter green.
Botanical Name: <a href=«https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=» https: target="_blank" rel=«noopener»>Crassula arborescens
The Silver Dollar Plant features round, flat leaves that are reminiscent of the oval leaves of the Jade Plant. They also have a red edge, similar to some Jade Plant varieties.
Botanical Name: Senecio jacobsenii
Trailing Jade’s leaves are more elongated and overlap each other, resembling the Jade Plant in their thickness. It grows in a trailing habit.
Botanical Name: Crassula arborescens ‘Blue Bird’
This plant has rounded, slightly flattened leaves that mimic the Jade Plant’s shape. The leaves have a powdery blue-green hue, which makes it stand out!
Botanical Name: Sedum morganianum
This succulent has overlapping leaves similar in shape to those of the Jade Plant, but it grows in a trailing habit, making it popular for hanging baskets.
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