Elephant Bush (Portulacaria afra) — Potted Succulent

Elephant Bush (Portulacaria afra) — Potted Succulent

$9.99
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Elephant Bush (Portulacaria afra) — Potted Succulent

Elephant Bush (Portulacaria afra) — Potted Succulent

Portulacaria afra

a.k.a. Elephant Bush | Mini Jade | Dwarf Jade Plant | Spekboom

A sun-loving Elephant Bush with golden branches and jade-green leaves, ready for effortless indoor or outdoor display.

$9.99

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  • Compact potted Elephant Bush suited for home, balcony, or office
  • Flexible, fast-growing branches ideal for shaping or Bonsai styles
  • Stems develop a warm golden-brown color with strong sunlight
  • Small jade-green leaves create a refined, clean look
  • Highly drought-tolerant and easy to care for
  • Excellent as a decorative tabletop plant or future Bonsai specimen

Product Description

This potted Elephant Bush presents Portulacaria afra in a convenient, ready-to-display format. Known for its reddish-brown stems that gradually turn golden and its small jade-green leaves, this succulent adds a sculptural, Bonsai-like elegance to any space. Its flexible branches allow for natural shaping, making it popular for cascading or upright designs.
With minimal watering needs and strong tolerance for bright light, it is an excellent low-care plant for homes, offices, balconies, or sunny windowsills. Whether kept in its pot as a decorative accent or trained into a miniature tree, Elephant Bush delivers long-lasting visual appeal with very little maintenance.

Recommended Uses

  • Indoor décor: windowsills, desks, shelves
  • Patio or balcony plantings
  • Starter material for Bonsai training
  • Low-maintenance succulent arrangements

About the Plant

Elephant Bush (Portulacaria afra) is a versatile succulent with small, glossy leaves and reddish-gold stems that develop character with sun exposure. Adaptable and drought-tolerant, it can be shaped upright, cascading, or trained as bonsai, making it a durable, low-care option for indoor décor or warm-climate landscapes.

Plant Care

  • Light – Full sun to bright indirect light; strong light enhances stem color.
  • Water – Minimal watering; allow soil to dry completely before watering again.
  • Soil – Well-draining succulent mix with added perlite or pumice.
  • Temperature – Prefers 59–77°F (15–25°C); protect from frost and cold drafts.
  • Fertilizer – Light feeding in spring or autumn; avoid fertilizing in high heat or winter.

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