Crassula ovata Gollum

Gollum Jade Plant

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Distinctive succulent with tubular green leaves featuring red tips and margins. Compact tree-like growth habit ideal for bright indoor windowsills or outdoor gardens in warm climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Gollum Jade Plant
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Crassula
Species Ovata
Variety Gollum
Origin South Africa
Blooming Rare indoors, small star-shaped white/pink flowers in late winter to spring
Leaf Color Green with red tips/margins
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus or succulent mix with added perlite or pumice

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Watering

Water only when soil is completely dry. Reduce frequency significantly during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright direct sunlight for red coloration. Rotate regularly to ensure even growth.

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Fertilization

Apply diluted balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growing season (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Prune leggy stems in spring to maintain shape and encourage branching

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
15 – 40
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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