Jade plant's thick, glossy, coin-shaped leaves store water like a cactus, letting this easygoing succulent shrug off missed waterings while slowly thickening into a miniature tree over the years.
Native to South Africa, jade plant is a long-lived succulent often passed down through generations, and its round, coin-like leaves have made it a popular "money plant" believed by many to bring good fortune to its owner.
Jade plant wants as much direct sun as possible and a fast-draining succulent or cactus mix. Water deeply, then let the soil dry out fully before watering again — as with most succulents, overwatering is the most common way to lose one.
Jade plant symbolizes prosperity and good fortune, and it's a common gift for new homeowners or new business openings, earning it the enduring nickname "money plant" or "money tree" in many cultures.
