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Crassulaceae
Crassula ovata 'Horn Tree'
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Crassula ovata 'Horn Tree'
Quick Care Guide
Watering
Water when ~90–100% dry
Substrate
Airy + gritty • Fast-draining • Mineral-leaning • Medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–26 °C • Avoid below: 5 °C
Humidity
Normal 40–50 %
Growth habit
Upright succulent shrub.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Slow
Max size indoors
Max. height: 80 cm • Max. spread: 80 cm
Toxicity & safety
Mildly toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Crassula ovata; species native from southeastern Mozambique to southeastern Cape Province
Outdoor growing
Outside from 10 °C · sheltered spot
How to read these values
These care values are quick reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a guide, then adjust for pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the substrate dries.
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- Light: level and approximate lux at leaf level.
- Watering: “% dry” shows how far the substrate should dry before watering again.
- Substrate: structure, drainage, moisture retention, base material and particle size.
- Temperature: “Ideal” shows the preferred range; “Avoid below” marks the cold-stress threshold.
- Humidity: target range; steady conditions usually matter more than exact numbers.
- Growth habit: how the plant grows, such as upright, climbing, trailing, clumping or rosette-forming.
- Support: whether a stake, pole or trellis is needed, optional or unnecessary.
- Growth speed: expected pace under suitable indoor conditions; use as a guide, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term indoor size under good conditions.
- Toxicity & safety: irritation, toxicity or physical hazards such as spines or bristles.
- Origin & habitat: native range, hybrid background or typical habitat where relevant.
- Outdoor growing: when a potted indoor plant can be placed outside and what outdoor protection it needs.
Crassula ovata 'Horn Tree'
Tubular leaves are the first thing you notice on Crassula ovata 'Horn Tree'. They curve and flare at the tips, giving the plant its horn-like look. In bright light, the thick stems branch slowly and become woody-looking over time.
Crassula ovata comes from south-eastern Mozambique to the south-eastern Cape Province, where it grows as a succulent shrub. It belongs to the jade plant species. Let the pot dry well between waterings, and give the plant enough light to keep the tubular leaves firm.
Tubular jade growth
- Tubular leaves with flared, horn-like tips
- Thick, branching stems that become woody-looking over time
- Slow-growing jade plant with branching stems
- The name 'Horn Tree' refers to the tubular leaves
- Needs strong light and a mix that dries quickly
Jade plant background
Crassula ovata sits in Crassulaceae, the stonecrop family. Standard jade plants have broader, oval leaves; 'Horn Tree' has tubular leaves. The thick stems and water-storing leaves are still typical of jade plants.
The plant stores water in both leaves and stems, so the roots need air as much as moisture. Keep it in a bright spot and a gritty mix so the stems stay sturdy. In low light or wet soil, stems can stretch and leaves can soften.
Crassula ovata 'Horn Tree' care
- Light: Give very bright light with direct sun where possible. Increase sun exposure gradually after darker conditions.
- Watering: Water thoroughly, then let the substrate dry well before watering again. In cooler, darker months, water more sparingly.
- Substrate: Use a gritty succulent mix with pumice, lava rock, coarse sand or similar mineral material. A mineral-rich mix dries faster than dense, peat-heavy soil.
- Pot choice: Use a pot with drainage holes. A slightly snug container helps keep growth sturdy.
- Temperature: Keep frost-free and ideally above 10 °C.
- Humidity: Average to dry indoor air suits this plant. Keep leaves dry in cool rooms.
- Feeding: Feed lightly with diluted succulent fertiliser during active growth only.
- Pruning: Trim leggy stems during active growth to encourage branching. Let cuts dry cleanly.
- Propagation: Stem cuttings root well after the cut surface has dried and callused. Leaf propagation is slower and less predictable with tubular forms.
Problems with tubular jade
- Soft or translucent leaves: Usually caused by overwatering or poor drainage. Let the pot dry and inspect roots if stems feel soft.
- Wrinkled leaves: Check whether the substrate is dry and whether roots are healthy before watering more often.
- Long gaps between leaves: Light is too low. Move gradually into a brighter position.
- White cottony insects: Check stem joints and leaf bases for mealybugs.
Pet safety
Crassula ovata is harmful to cats and dogs if ingested. Keep Crassula ovata 'Horn Tree' out of reach of pets and small children. Wash hands after pruning or handling broken stems if your skin is sensitive.
Species notes
Crassula comes from Latin crassus, meaning thick, referring to the fleshy leaves and stems. Ovata means egg-shaped, describing the typical leaf shape of the species.
Plant names, growth habits, natural habitats and indoor care guidance are checked against trusted botanical, habitat and horticultural references before publication.View our plant care resources and references.
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