Water culture · Jade Plant
Can a Jade Plant Grow in Water?
No. jade plants are succulents and rot rapidly in water. They evolved in arid conditions and their roots cannot handle constant moisture.
How long it lasts in water
A few weeks before stem and root rot starts.
What can go wrong
Stem rot, root rot, leaf drop. Often unrecoverable within 30 days.
Reference: Missouri Botanical Garden — Crassula ovata
For propagation in soil, see the Jade Plant propagation guide. For full care, see the Jade Plant care guide.