Jade Plant

Why PawPlants gives these results

Documented as toxic to cats and dogs. Documented as toxic to cats and dogs. “Money plant” can also mean the unrelated money tree, which has a different classification.

Identification details

A succulent shrub with thick, oval leaves and woody stems. “Money plant” can also mean the unrelated money tree, which has a different classification. Look for the scientific name Crassula ovata or a verified synonym on the plant label.

Growth form

A succulent shrub with thick, oval leaves and woody stems.

Key identity warning

“Money plant” can also mean the unrelated money tree, which has a different classification.

Identification limit

A page description cannot confirm every specimen; use labels, multiple visible features, and professional identification when needed.

Evidence and classification

Cat evidence: Strong evidence. Dog evidence: Strong evidence. Important qualification: The ASPCA source uses the scientific synonym Crassula argentea. The ASPCA source uses the scientific synonym Crassula argentea.

Cat evidence

Strong evidence

Dog evidence

Strong evidence

Last reviewed

2026-07-30

Sources

1. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

   Crassula ovata | Plants of the World Online

   Scope: Accepted name and family for Crassula ovata.

   Reviewed: 2026-07-30

2. American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

   Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Jade Plant

   Scope: Veterinary cat and dog classification for Jade Plant.

   Reviewed: 2026-07-30

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