SPECIMEN NO. #26 ⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS Family: Crassulaceae

Crassula ovata

Common Name: Jade Plant

Crassula ovata (Jade Plant) botanical field specimen photograph

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:

Vomiting, depression, ataxia (wobbliness), slow heart rate.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement 2500 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance 8000 Lux
Watering Frequency Every 14 Days
Temperature Envelope 10°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity 30% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 5362063
Native Biogeographical Range California; Canary Is.; Cape Provinces; East Africa; Galápagos Islands; Italy [I...
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