Is the Jade Plant poisonous? Can it be grown indoors? (Why do people still grow Jade Plants if they are poisonous?)

Is the jade tree poisonous?

The juice in the branches and leaves of jade plant contains a toxin called "euphorbia lipin". Once it comes into contact with human skin, it will cause varying degrees of redness, swelling, itching, etc.; if it accidentally gets into the eyes, it will affect vision or even cause blindness.

In other words, jade plant is non-toxic and will not cause harm to the human body if it only touches the surface of the plant.

Can it be kept indoors?

As long as you don't touch the juice inside the branches and leaves, the jade plant is not harmful to the human body and can be placed indoors for viewing.

However, if you have children at home, it is not recommended to keep it at home, because children have an imperfect understanding of toxicity and are very likely to accidentally ingest or touch it, thus harming their bodies.

In addition, the location of the plant indoors is very important. We know that jade plant can release oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide, which can purify the indoor air.

However, this is an activity that the plants perform during the day. At night, the plants will enter a "sleeping" state, releasing carbon dioxide and absorbing oxygen like humans.

If placed in the bedroom, it will affect normal sleep and cause physical discomfort in the long run. Ryoko suggested placing it in a living room with good air circulation and large space, or at the door.

How to care for jade plants placed indoors?

Sufficient soft light

Jade plant likes a sunny growing environment, but avoids direct exposure to strong light. If it is placed under strong light for maintenance, the branches and leaves will be easily sunburned, which will be manifested as dry branches and leaves and yellow leaves.

If it is placed in a dark corner for maintenance, the plant will not be able to photosynthesize, resulting in poor growth, and in severe cases, the plant will wither. Therefore, it is recommended to place it in a location with soft light, such as diffuse light, or behind a curtain.

Warm and comfortable

Jade plant is also a succulent plant that likes a warm and comfortable growing environment . If it is not maintained in a warm environment in winter, such as when the temperature is below 5 degrees Celsius, the plant will be damaged by frost, which will be reflected in yellowing leaves and dry branches.

Therefore, it is recommended to place it in a warm place indoors for maintenance in winter, and at the same time control water and stop fertilizing, so as to improve the plant's cold resistance.