Portulacaria affra
elephant bush
Description
Portulacaria afra, commonly known as the elephant bush or porkbush, is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. Its fleshy, rounded leaves are a vibrant green color and can vary in size depending on the variety. The plant has reddish-brown stems. It can grow quite tall and can be pruned into hedges, bonsai, or ground cover. Portulacaria afra is an extremely easy to care for plant and thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It's drought-tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. Regular pruning can encourage bushier growth. The plant can be easily propagated from stem cuttings.
Description
Portulacaria afra, commonly known as the elephant bush or porkbush, is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. Its fleshy, rounded leaves are a vibrant green color and can vary in size depending on the variety. The plant has reddish-brown stems. It can grow quite tall and can be pruned into hedges, bonsai, or ground cover. Portulacaria afra is an extremely easy to care for plant and thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It's drought-tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. Regular pruning can encourage bushier growth. The plant can be easily propagated from stem cuttings.