Description
Portulacaria afra ‘Green’ is a perennial succulent shrub or small tree with small, fleshy leaves and red stems. This plant is often mistaken for the Jade plant – Crassula ovata, but it is hardier, grows faster, and develops more flexible, tapering branches once it matures.
It is used in landscaping designs, rock gardens, container gardens, and even in the art of bonsai cultivation.
Family: Didiereaceae | Genus: |
Common Name(s): Elephant bush, Porkbush, Spekboom, | Mature Size: 4.5+ meters in height |
Origin: South Africa & Eswatini | Dormancy: |
Flower Colours: Pink or White | Bloom Season: Spring - Summer, once the plant is mature. |
Sun Exposure: Full sun - Partial shade | Watering: Every 12 days |
Temperatures: 18 - 27+ °C | Toxic: No |
