Ripple Jade (Crassula arborescens) is a beautifully textured succulent that sets itself apart from the classic Jade Plant with its distinctively wavy, undulating green leaves edged in a rich reddish-maroon — a striking contrast that gives each leaf a hand-crafted, almost sculptural quality. The rippled leaf margins catch the light beautifully, making this one of the most visually interesting Crassula varieties to grow.

Unlike many succulents, Ripple Jade prefers a slightly more sheltered position — thriving in bright indirect light or morning sun with afternoon shade. Slow-growing and long-lived, it develops into a handsome, shrubby form over time and rewards patient growers with a plant of real character and presence.

Plant Information

Botanical Name
Crassula arborescens

Common Name
Ripple Jade, Wavy Jade

Plant Class
Succulent

Plant Life Cycle
Perennial

Growth Habit
Upright, shrubby

Sunlight
Bright indirect light to morning sun — avoid harsh afternoon sun

Watering Needs
Low — allow soil to dry completely between waterings

Suitable Space
Indoors, windowsill, sheltered patio, partial shade position

Pot Size
12cm

Pet Safety
Toxic to cats and dogs — keep out of reach of pets

Important Notes

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light or gentle morning sun — protect from harsh afternoon sun which can scorch leaves. • Watering: Allow soil to dry fully between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of decline. • Soil: Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. • Growth: Slow-growing — develops into a beautiful shrubby form over time. • Edges: Reddish-maroon leaf margins are a natural characteristic and may vary in intensity. • Delivery: Shipped with care for safe transit across South Africa.

Perfect for succulent collectors, container gardens, and decorative plant displays.