Lomalagi Artisan Nurseries
Portulacaria Species
Portulacaria Species
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Portulacaria Species- 'Afra'; 'Afra variegata'; 'Afra aurea' & 'Prostrata'.
This upright shrubby, flowering succulent is native to Africa and is super low-maintenance. It bounces back quickly after a good prune and is easily propagated- making it a firm favourite for sustainable gardening. Portulacaria's growth habit makes it an awesome option for growing in a hanging basket with it's long trailing stems. This versatile plant is a must-have for any crevice in your cascading garden rockery, terrarium, indoor or outdoor pot, or xeriscaping project. Portulacaria species make for an wonderful bonsai plant choice. At Lomalagi, our love for succulents is unrivaled as we've been growing them for years, resulting in unparalleled healthy & thriving stock- only the best for your garden project!
Light requirement: Full sun (morning or afternoon) or part shade. Avoid planting in areas that are blasted by those harsh UV rays all day long.
Water requirement: Water when soil is dry. If the soil is too moist, root rot may happen.
Watering frequency: Occasional, water when soil is dry (drench and dry method is best). Overwatering is the most common way of killing succulents.
Soil: Fast-draining, fertilised soil. Adding perlite will help drainage.
Skill level: Suits Beginner Green thumb, low-maintenance plant.
Growth rate: Slow growth.
Suitable for container gardens: Choose a pot at least twice the size of plant. Water regularly.
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Yes, once established,
Frost Tolerant: Can tolerate occasional light frost.
Wind Tolerant: Yes.
Leaf colour: Varies with different species but usually shades of green
Leaf Variegation pattern: Yes- 'afra variegata’
Size of leaf : Varies with different species.
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Portulacaria afra - This succulent is referred to as 'Elephant bush', because it’s a favorite food of elephants. Due to its resemblance to jade plants (Crassula ovata), elephant bush is also called a dwarf jade plant, however Portulacaria 'afra' and jade plants aren’t related to each other. Portulacaria 'afra' has small, oval, fleshy leaves and reddish woody stems. The leaves are edible, compared to Crassula 'ovata which are midly toxic. Mature Height : 2.5- 4.5m tall Flower Colour: pink or white flowers. Flower Shape: star-shaped flowers growing in small clusters on the end of stems. Fruit: - |
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Portulacaria afra 'variegata’ - Small-leaved succulent with creamy-white and variegated green leaves. The stems are long, reddish & woody that grow into a large shrub. Sometimes referred to as 'rainbow elephant bush'. Mature Height : 6m tall Flower Colour: White or pink-coloured flowers Flower Shape: Small clusters of tiny flowers Fruit: - |
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Portulacaria afra 'aurea’ - A very common plant known for its hardiness and referred to as 'yellow rainbow elephant bush'. Will produce thick tree-like brown branches with small fleshy leaves. Young leaves emerge bright yellow and turn lime green with age. Mature Height : 60cm-1m Flower Colour: Mauve-coloured Flower Shape: Tiny flowers Fruit: - |
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‘Portulacaria afra 'prostrata’ - Referred to as the Trailing Elephant Bush/ dwarf elephant food/ Spekboom. This species is a low-growing succulent ground cover, and has small, rounded vibrant green leaves. Mature Height : 15-30cm Flower Colour: Shades of pink Flower Shape: Fruit: - |
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