Crassula ovata 'Minima' - Compact Jade Tree

Crassula ovata 'Minima' is a compact variety of Jade Plant, valued for its small, thick, glossy leaves, densely arranged on fleshy, well-branched stems. It has a neat and elegant habit, making it ideal for small pots, succulent collections, offices, or bright windowsills.

In good light conditions, the leaf edges may develop reddish or bronze hues, enhancing the plant's decorative appearance. As it matures, the stems gradually become woody and may take on the appearance of a small shrub.

🌵 Botanical characteristics

• Botanical name: Crassula ovata 'Minima'
• Family: Crassulaceae
• Common name: Compact Jade Plant
• Plant type: perennial succulent
• Habit: compact, bushy, well-branched
• Leaves: small, fleshy, oval, glossy
• Color: deep green, sometimes with reddish edges in bright light
• Growth: slow to moderate
• Uses: houseplant, succulent collections, decorative pots, informal bonsai

☀️ Growing conditions and care

• Light: prefers very bright light and can tolerate a few hours of gentle direct sunlight
• Watering: limited; the substrate should be allowed to dry out thoroughly between waterings
• Substrate: very airy and well-drained
• Humidity: prefers dry air and good ventilation
• Temperature: prefers approximately 18-28°C
• Winter: watering should be reduced significantly
• Fertilization: light, during the active growing period
• Cold tolerance: does not tolerate frost; when grown in a pot, protection from temperatures below approximately 8-10°C is recommended
• Pruning: can be pruned to maintain a compact habit and encourage branching

🌱 Secret Garden substrate recommendation

👉 For optimal development, we recommend Secret Garden Substrate for Cacti, Succulents & Adenium, an airy and well-drained mix suitable for plants sensitive to excess water. Its structure promotes rapid water drainage and maintains good root oxygenation.

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✨ What makes it special

• compact, well-branched habit
• small, thick, glossy leaves
• miniature shrub-like appearance
• very easy to incorporate into small spaces
• requires little water
• may develop reddish edges in good light
• suitable for succulent collections
• can be shaped through light pruning

📌 Note

The plant's shape, density, and intensity of its reddish hues may naturally vary depending on its age, light, and growing conditions.

The leaves and stems may show small scars, dry spots, or signs of handling. These imperfections are primarily aesthetic and do not normally affect the plant's viability.

Height including pot: approx. 15 cm