Crassula ovata, commonly known as jade plant, lucky plant, money plant or money tree, is a member of

the family Crassulaceae. It is succulent plant with small pink or white flowers and is native to the

provinces of South Africa, and Mozambique; it is common as a houseplant worldwide. Jade plant

(Crassula ovata) has long been a favorite of houseplant enthusiasts for its round fleshy leaves, distinct

tree-like form, and undemanding nature. These revered plants are often given as housewarming or

congratulatory gifts.

Dwarf Jade plant or Elephant Bush plant is native to South Africa. While it’s a popular easy-to-care-for house plant, in its native habitat, it’s a shrub or almost a small tree. For that matter, if you prune the plant patiently and regularly, you can grow this into a Bonsai tree.

This plant have adorable, fleshy, tear-drop-shaped leaves that grow on reddish-brown stems and rarely bloom white or pink flowers at the tip of the stems. They are slow-growing plants and do not require much repotting.