Is Jelly Bean Plant toxic to pets?

Yes, the Jelly Bean Plant is toxic to cats, dogs. Keep it out of reach of pets.

Is Jelly Bean Plant easy to care for?

The Jelly Bean Plant is considered easy to care for. It has very low watering needs and grows at a moderate rate.

Easy Care Succulent ⚠️ Toxic to Pets

Jelly Bean Plant

Q: How much light does a Jelly Bean Plant need?

The Jelly Bean Plant needs bright/direct conditions. Needs bright light with several hours of direct sun to develop the characteristic red-tipped coloring; in shade, leaves remain uniformly green. Plant in a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix. Water when soil is fully dry, roughly every 10-14 days in summer and less in winter. Overwatering causes leaves to turn mushy and translucent. The leaves detach easily but this is a feature -- each fallen leaf can root and grow into a new plant when placed on dry soil. Feed sparingly, 2-3 times per year with diluted succulent fertilizer. Tolerates heat and dry air well. Watch for mealybugs in leaf clusters.

Q: How often should I water my Jelly Bean Plant?

The Jelly Bean Plant has very low watering needs. Needs bright light with several hours of direct sun to develop the characteristic red-tipped coloring; in shade, leaves remain uniformly green. Plant in a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix. Water when soil is fully dry, roughly every 10-14 days in summer and less in winter. Overwatering causes leaves to turn mushy and translucent. The leaves detach easily but this is a feature -- each fallen leaf can root and grow into a new plant when placed on dry soil. Feed sparingly, 2-3 times per year with diluted succulent fertilizer. Tolerates heat and dry air well. Watch for mealybugs in leaf clusters.

Also known as: Sedum Rubrotinctum, Pork and Beans

Small

Moderate Growth

Light

Direct Sun

Water

Very Low

Humidity

Very Low

Size

Small

15-30 cm (6-12 in)

⚠️ Toxic to Pets

Jelly Bean Plant contains compounds that are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. Keep this plant out of reach of pets, or consider a pet-safe alternative.

Care Requirements

Light Needs5/5

Water Needs1/5

Humidity Needs1/5

Maintenance2/5

Growth Speed3/5

Air Purifying1/5

About the Jelly Bean Plant

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans, is a succulent species native to Mexico. It produces upright to trailing stems densely covered with plump, cylindrical, jelly-bean-shaped leaves that are green at the base and develop vivid red to orange tips when stressed by bright light, cool temperatures, or drought. This sun-stress coloring makes each plant unique and seasonally variable. Stems can reach 20-30 cm and spread outward to form a colorful mat. Its playful, candy-like appearance and tough constitution make it an engaging and forgiving succulent for bright windowsills.

Origin: Mexico

Care Tips

Needs bright light with several hours of direct sun to develop the characteristic red-tipped coloring; in shade, leaves remain uniformly green. Plant in a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix. Water when soil is fully dry, roughly every 10-14 days in summer and less in winter. Overwatering causes leaves to turn mushy and translucent. The leaves detach easily but this is a feature -- each fallen leaf can root and grow into a new plant when placed on dry soil. Feed sparingly, 2-3 times per year with diluted succulent fertilizer. Tolerates heat and dry air well. Watch for mealybugs in leaf clusters.

Is This Plant Right for You?

Best For

Bright rooms with good natural light
Beginners and busy plant parents
Forgetful waterers
Desks, shelves, and small spaces

Not Ideal For

Homes with curious pets

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Jelly Bean Plant

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