Ji Zhi Chuan has compact stacked leaves that can hide a wet stem base. Check the growing medium and drainage before watering a dense pot.
Assess the stems
Ji Zhi Chuan is a trade name, so use the label and growth habit together. Closely stacked leaves can hide weakening stem sections. Look along the whole shoot rather than judging health only by the newest green tip.
Give the base breathing room
Plant in a draining mix without burying living leaves. Remove fallen material from the soil surface so it does not remain pressed against the lower stem. Keep decorative top dressing thin enough to inspect the base easily.
Balance light and watering
Bright light helps maintain short gaps between leaves, but increase exposure gradually. Water the root zone when it has dried sufficiently and let the pot drain. Repeated small splashes can leave the center dry while keeping the surface damp.
Propagate from sound growth
If a stem becomes damaged, take a clean section from healthy growth rather than including a soft base. Let succulent cut surfaces dry before inserting them into suitable medium, and keep newly placed cuttings out of harsh sun.