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Looks like Jade houseplant but isn’t..

I bought this plant for my friend, and the shop called it “mini dollar”. Searched the net for clues as to what it may be but still remain clueless. It looks like a Jade plant but it isn’t a succulentLearn the definition of a succulent plant and why they are called a "fat plant.". The leaves will turn brown if not watered. Thanks for your help in advance!

Hi,

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Your plant looks like a Goldfish Plant.

Orange flowers, shiney green Goldfish Plant

Flowering Goldfish Plant

 

A Goldfish Plant, native to Southern Mexico, Brazil, and Costa Rica comes in over 25 different varieties. Goldfish Houseplants have hundreds of small, thick, shiny, dark green leaves and colorful flowers that resemble tiny goldfish. The flowers on a Goldfish Plant may be red, orange, or yellow. Goldfish Houseplants are easy to care for, drought resistant, and, with proper care, can bloom all year. You can read more about a Goldfish houseplant at:

http://www.houseplant411.com/houseplant/goldfish-plant-care-grow-tips