Portulacaria

Portulacaria afra

Also called · Elephant bush · dwarf jade

A succulent shrub with small round leaves on red stems. Great for bonsai.

LightFull sun
WaterLet it dry out
WhereBalcony or porch

Care tag · 68

“Trim it anywhere. It branches out and is easy to shape.”

  1. 01

    Light

    Full sun or strong morning sun, under a roof in the rainy season.
  2. 02

    Water

    When the soil is completely dry.
  3. 03

    Soil & pot

    Cactus & succulent mix.
  4. 04

    Feeding

    A weak cactus feed every 1 to 2 months.
  5. 05

    What you'll need

    • Cactus & succulent potting mix
    • Pumice

    All available here at the nursery.

Something wrong?

  • Wrinkled leaves

    Thirsty. Water it well.

  • Soft leaves falling

    Too much water.

  • Stretching

    More sun.

Balcony or porch

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