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Definition of jade plant

: any of several succulent plants (genus Crassula) of the orpine family cultivated as foliage plants

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Recent Examples on the Web As a succulent, jade plants store water in their tissues. — oregonlive, "Ask an expert: Constant moss issues are normal for western Oregon," 18 Jan. 2020 Leaves that occasionally drop off my jade plant often take root just sitting on the soil. — Washington Post, "Low-maintenance succulents make watering a breeze," 14 Jan. 2020 Leaves that occasionally drop off my jade plant often take root just sitting on the soil. — NBC News, "Kill all your plants? These low-maintenance options require minimal watering," 14 Jan. 2020 As part of the service last year, attendees planted jade plants. — Sara Clarkson, chicagotribune.com, "Column: Feeling blue in the season of red and green?," 4 Dec. 2019 Start with low-maintenance varieties such as aloe, ivy and jade plants. — Megan Buerger, Washington Post, "Stressed out? Here are 10 science-backed design tips for bringing serenity to your home.," 28 Aug. 2019 Exterior The cantilevered foundation and concrete steps are surrounded by Eucalyptus trees, Agave Attenuata, and jade plants. — Robert Rufino, House Beautiful, "There's an Amazing Love Story Behind This San Diego Home," 31 July 2019 The meeting, dubbed Jade Night will be a workshop on jade plants as bonsai. — Linda Mcintosh, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Gala raises $170K for Boys & Girls Club," 11 May 2018 Please be aware that jade plants are succulent plants. — OregonLive.com, "How to fight red thread lawn disease: Ask an expert," 12 Dec. 2017

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1944, in the meaning defined above

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16 Feb 2020

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“Jade plant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jade%20plant. Accessed 24 Feb. 2020.

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