Cast Iron Plant vs Jade Plant

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Aspidistra elatior
Low light
Crassula ovata
Full sun
Water
Aspidistra elatior
Low
Crassula ovata
Low
Difficulty
Aspidistra elatior
Easy
Crassula ovata
Easy
Toxic to Pets
Aspidistra elatior
Crassula ovata
Family
Aspidistra elatior
Asparagaceae
Crassula ovata
Crassulaceae

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan....

Crassula ovata

Crassula ovata, commonly known as jade plant, lucky plant, money plant or money tree, is a succulent plant with small pink or white flowers that is native to the KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape...

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Low light","b":"Full sun"}
Water
{"a":"Low","b":"Low"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Easy","b":"Easy"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"No","b":"Yes"}
Family
{"a":"Asparagaceae","b":"Crassulaceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"2-3 ft","b":"2-4 ft"}
Native Region
{"a":"Japan and Taiwan","b":""}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Cast Iron Plant or Jade Plant?

For ease of care, both are similar. Cast Iron Plant is easy difficulty while Jade Plant is easy difficulty.

Do Cast Iron Plant and Jade Plant need the same light?

Cast Iron Plant prefers low light while Jade Plant prefers full sun.

Are Cast Iron Plant and Jade Plant safe for pets?

Cast Iron Plant is pet-safe and Jade Plant is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Cast Iron Plant and Jade Plant together?

They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.