19+ Jade Plant Has Brown Spots. Succulents require little water and can tolerate dry climates and soils. Before diagnosing a jade plant as ill, it is important to remember that the species is naturally spotty to begin with.
Jade plants are succulents, and they grow best in dry conditions with bright light, low humidity, and bring your jade to a shady spot outside, then move it to a sunnier spot after several days, then an even keep a close eye on the plant and continue treating until signs of infestation have disappeared.
Dropped leaves or brown spots on leaves are signs that the plant needs more water. It will not cause death or serious illness, but can. Jade plants might be one of the most common and popular succulent plants out there. While this might not affect the health of a mature specimen, it could compromise growth of a young plant.