Crassula Plant.

 Crassula, also known as the money plant or the jade plant, is a popular, low-maintenance succulent prized for its fleshy leaves and air-purifying properties.

 Indoor Care

Crassula is undemanding, but it requires bright light and moderate watering for healthy growth.

Lighting: The plant requires bright light, preferably with direct sunlight.

Temperature: In spring and summer, the optimal temperature is 20-25°C. In winter, a dormant period at a lower temperature of about 10-15°C is recommended.

Watering: As a succulent, crassula stores water in its leaves and stems, so it's better to underwater than overwater. Water moderately: let the soil dry out halfway between waterings in summer, and completely in winter.

Humidity: Not a major concern; the plant tolerates dry air well. Soil and Pot: Use wide, sturdy containers, as the plant's root system is weak, and the trunk and leaves become heavy over time.

 Propagation and Crown Shaping

Propagating crassula is a simple process, usually done in the spring.

Propagation: Easily propagated by leaf or stem cuttings. A cutting or even a large leaf should be dried for 2-3 days, treated with activated charcoal, and then planted in a mixture of leaf mold and sand.

Shaping: By pruning branches, you can create a variety of miniature tree shapes.

 Beneficial Properties

Air Purification: Crassula produces phytoncides that purify the air of harmful microorganisms.

Medicinal Properties: The juice and pulp of the leaves can be applied to wounds, abscesses, cuts, and scratches to accelerate skin regeneration and prevent inflammation. Energy: According to popular belief, the plant activates the energy of abundance, brings good luck, and cleanses the home of negative energy.

Popular Species

There are many species of Crassula, but the most common are:

Crassula ovata: The most common indoor species, which over time forms a thick, woody trunk resembling a tree.

Crassula 'Gollum': Distinguished by its unusual tubular leaves, reminiscent of Shrek's ears.

Crassula rupestris: A columnar species with fleshy leaves growing in pairs, often used in landscape design.

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