What kind of tree is this?
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Tikva Morrow
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I have one of these little trees on my apartment porch that the previous tenants left behind. I want to know how to care for it, but I don't know what it is. I'm sure you guys do, though! Any ideas?
Photo from Radmegan http://radmegan.com/2012/01/miniature-gardens-shell-potted-succulents.html (my tree is the same kind)
24 answers
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It looks like a succulent. Perhaps a bigger container, water and good soil. Partial sun.
Nadlou
on Mar 16, 2015
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yes, succulent for sure. Not sure of the name. Transplant into large container and then plant a small succulent in the lovely snail container for another gorgeous plant!
JulieArt
on Mar 16, 2015
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Looks like a jade plant.
Davida H
on Mar 16, 2015
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I would guess a rubber tree plant.
Patty Chapman
on Mar 16, 2015
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I also think it's a form of Jade plant. They need little water, and seem to enjoy being crowded in a small pot.
Bette Devlin
on Mar 17, 2015
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It is a succulent. Jade plant is a type of succulent. It needs good drainage and not too much watering. I would put it into a pot with good drainage and use a cacti potting mix. They are also known as money trees I think and are supposed to be lucky for your finances.
Carole
on Mar 17, 2015
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Go to www.plantcaretoday.com It does not look like a jade plant at all. The leaves appear too small.
Hope Williams
on Mar 17, 2015
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I believe it is a Bonsia!
Hope Williams
on Mar 17, 2015
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Is a succulent plant it doesn't need much water last of sun
Maria
on Mar 17, 2015
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It's a jade plant, or money tree, needs lots of water, and potting into larger container
Ann1423442
on Mar 17, 2015
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It looks like a type of sedum...
Stacey Gregory
on Mar 17, 2015
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Definitely a type of sedum rather than a jade...
VJ
on Mar 17, 2015
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It's very cute! I'm sure you know it's a succulent by now and I'm not expert. If I like it then I'm happy. Hope u find its name. One thing I can tell just by being an avid gardener with green thumb is that I believe it will root very easily. Just ouch a piece and plant bc it's so cute u could have more or share with friends like I do. I also pinch this type from friends and have my own that I know who it's from. I think I had your little plant bf and got it the same way. That's how u know its hardy since it survived without being over cared for. Good luck, if I remember the name I'll post it
Linda 4 Real
on Mar 17, 2015
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So sorry, your question was care tips. You should be fine. Little care. Most people that kill plants try too hard. Good soil for succulent specific if u repot or root it. Note the months you have had it and it's location so you will know if the weather changes and it looks sad that the temperature is not right and may have to bring it in during that season.
Linda 4 Real
on Mar 17, 2015
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Definitely some kind of succulent, it will freeze in New Jersey if left too exposed. Succulents are like cactus, need good drainage, not too much water, and good sun.
Shirley Midgett
on Mar 17, 2015
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It looks like a Jade Tree. Succulent, retains moisture, so DO NOT overwater!
Pat
on Mar 17, 2015
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It is a Jade tree I think
Janet M
on Mar 17, 2015
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its a Jade, there is a small leafed jade, and a large leafed one too ,I have both ,,,,,the legend is to keep one at the front door and the money will come in
Zillah
on Mar 17, 2015
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It is a jade plant.
Sel324251
on Mar 17, 2015
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Small-leafed jade plant. Supply good drainage and don't overwater.
Dottie Unruh
on Mar 17, 2015
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Thanks for all the informative answers everyone! Now that I know it's a Jade plant and how to care for it I'm so excited that the last tenants left it!! :)
Tikva Morrow
on Mar 18, 2015
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I didn't read all the answers but, just wanted to say, don't let dogs or cats eat the leaves.
Carole Brannan
on Mar 18, 2015
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It's a trumpet jade, very easy to grow.
Eva
on Mar 20, 2015
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I know it as a jelly bean plant, looks like it has lost it's lower leaves. It is a succulent so spare watering is in order.
Pam
on Aug 13, 2015
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