If you love rounded-shaped plants then these succulents with oval leaves and flowers are just for you—just pick your favourite one!
If you are looking for some easy-to-grow plants so, here are some succulents with oval leaves and flowers. In this listicle, you will find the classic Jade plant that gives out some radiant blooms to the Kalanchoe succulents that are just cherry on top with their beautiful variegated foliage.
Top Succulents With Oval Leaves And Flowers
1. Jade Plant
Botanical Name: Crassula ovata
Crassula ovata, or the Jade Plant, is named after its chunky, egg-shaped leaves that look good enough to eat (but don’t—more on that later!) It is undeniably a popular choice of houseplant that stays evergreen throughout the year and bears tiny white and pink flowers.
Generally, these tiny blossoms have an adorable star shape and form stalks that emerge from the apical meristem of the plant. They typically bloom in late winter or early spring, under the right care.
Caution: This plant is toxic to humans and consuming it causes a world of trouble like vomiting, depression, and incoordination if consumed.
2. Elephant Bush
Botanical Name: Portulacaria afra
Elephant bush is a perennial shrub that hails from South Africa like most other succulents. It has several names like Elephant food or Elephant plant, dwarf jade, and many more. Basically, this plant features small, round to oval leaves on red stems and can produce tiny, pink-lavender flowers.
It rarely blooms when grown as a houseplant indoors but may appear in late spring to summer in ideal conditions of its native environment.
3. Crown of Thorns
Botanical Name: Euphorbia milii
Crown of Thorns is a deciduous herb showcasing bright green oval-shaped leaves and greenish flowers. Also, these tiny flowers are enclosed within long-lasting and bright bracts of red and yellow. While not traditional in its appearance, this succulent has oval green leaves
The beautiful flowers bloom year-round with adequate sunlight. Besides, the best part to know is, that this plant is not easily susceptible to pests and diseases. It prefers bright light, dry soil, and low relative humidity to thrive.
Caution: The milky white sap can cause a burning sensation that’s no laughing matter, so handle it with care! mild to severe contact dermatitis.
4. Pig’s Ear
Botanical Name: Cotyledon orbiculata
This fast-growing succulent is well-known to gardeners and typically forms appealing grey leaves that provide year-round blooms in the garden. Moreover, this succulent has thick leaves which may vary from green to grey, often with a red line around the margin.
Cotyledon orbiculata is widespread throughout South Africa but is usually confined to rocky outcrops in grassland, fynbos, and karoo regions. While Black frost can tolerate moderate frosts, a nasty cold snap can nip those flowers in the bud if left unprotected
5. Mexican Rose
Botanical Name: Portulaca grandiflora
Moss Rose plants are summer’s answer to miniature roses, with bright, colorful blooms that could rival a rainbow on a sunny day. These beauties don’t open on cloudy days or at night—because even flowers need their beauty sleep.
Straight from South America, these plants can be up to nine inches tall and spread to create a dense mat, making moss rose a good option for a succulent ground cover. Gardeners should carefully consider where to plant moss rose, which is toxic to pets.
6. Kalanchoe
Botanical Name: Kalanchoe blossfeldiana
Kalanchoes are beautiful succulents that bear eye-catching blossoms in various colors, such as red, pink, yellow, and white. These plants have an upright and multi-branched growing habit. The leaves are thick, fleshy, oval-shaped, and dark green with scalloped edges. The tiny blooms grow in large umbels of flower clusters and have bold colors of red, orange, yellow, pink, or white.
In winter hardy zones 10 to 12, Kalanchoe should be grown in full sun to partial shade spaces in well-drained soil. It is quite susceptible to mealybugs, mites, and scale insects if overwatered so be mindful of the moisture in the soil to prevent these unwanted guests!
7. Hummel’s Sunset
Botanical Name: Crassula ovata ‘Hummel’s Sunset’
This succulent is the golden child of the Crassula family for making a bonsai. This succulent shrub has green oval leaves with gold and yellow edges. Also, Its white flowers in fall and winter are just the icing on the cake. Besides, in Feng Shui, it is believed that ‘Hummel’s sunset’ brings good energy, money, and luck to one’s home.
It is not a cold hardy plant, so if you live in a zone that gets colder than 20° F (-6.7° C), it’s best to plant this succulent in a container that can be brought indoors. It does well in full to partial sun, but also grows well indoors.
Have you made up your mind, about which one you’re going to grow in your garden this season? Do share with us and we might be able to help you more with the care and maintenance guide!
