Origin
The Crassula Money Maker, also known as the Jade Plant, originally comes from South Africa. For years, it was found growing in the wild before making its way into households all over the world. The plant is often associated with luck and prosperity, hence its nickname 'Money Maker'.

Characteristics
The Crassula Money Maker is a graceful, fleshy, evergreen plant known for its oval, deep green, shiny leaves. The plant can grow into a small shrub, with a maximum height of about 90 cm. The Jade Plant sometimes produces white or pink flowers in the late winter or early spring season.

Care
Despite its exotic origins, the Crassula Money Maker is an easy plant to care for. It requires little water, and thrives best in well-drained soil and a sunny setting. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so make sure the soil dries out completely between watering. The plant can tolerate direct sunlight for several hours a day, but needs protection from the midday sun. Anthracite, clay-like soil, and succulent feed can help promote the overall health and growth of the Crassula Money Maker.