Portulacaria Afra Tree

Portulacaria afra is a perfect addition to your indoor or outdoor succulent garden. Although a popular name for this succulent is “Miniature Jade,” it is not related to Crassula ovata.

What is Portulacaria afra good for?

The leaves are chewed as a treatment for sore throat and mouth infections while the astringent juice is used for soothing ailments of the skin such as pimples, rashes and insect stings. The juice is also used as an antiseptic and as a treatment for sunburn.

Does Portulacaria afra need sunlight?

Portulacaria afra needs bright light and very well-drained soil to thrive.

How do you maintain Afra Portulacaria?

It is best to keep this plant protected from the scorching sun in the afternoon. But still get about

How often should I water my Portulacaria Afra?

Portulacaria Afra Water Requirement You should aim for moist soil when watering the exotic plant as excess water can open the plant up to fungal attacks. So watering should be done once a week during the hot season and once every 10 days or 2 weeks during cooler climates.

Where should I place my Elephant Bush?

Outdoors, elephant bush will thrive in full sun to part shade. For houseplants that translates into direct sunlight, or indirect bright light. You might find a spot with the right amount of light close to a south- or west-facing window, or several feet away from such windows.

Does elephant bush attract bugs?

Portulacaria Afra flowers in cute pink flowers growing from the top of the stems. The flowers attract a variety of small insects and pollinators.

Is Portulacaria afra a money plant?

Portulacaria Afra, native to Africa is one of the popular houseplants. Considered to be symbols of good luck, it is also called the Good Luck Jade Plant, Lucky Plant, Money Tree, Friendship Tree.

How big do Portulacaria get?

Portulaca plants grow to 8 inches tall, and spread 1 to 2 feet to create a dense mat, making this bloomer the perfect groundcover, or ideal at spilling over containers and sunny hot raised beds.

How cold is too cold for elephant bush?

Protect your plants from frost. The elephant bush is a tough plant, but be sure to take it indoors if it gets too cold outside. A minimum nighttime temperature of fifty-five degrees Fahrenheit is ideal. Any temperature below freezing (thirty-two degrees Fahrenheit) is too cold for your elephant bush to survive.

Can I put my elephant bush outside?

You can grow it outdoors if you live in a warm climate that occasionally dips to no lower than 30 degrees Fahrenheit. If you live in a colder climate, you can grow elephant bush as an easy-care houseplant.

What does an overwatered elephant bush look like?

The first sign of overwatering is swollen and discolored leaves. If you spot these changes in your Elephant Bush, simply replant it in fresh soil and remove any rotten roots. Leaf drop can also be a sign of underwatering. Not getting enough water can cause leaves of Elephant Bush to dry out and eventually fall off.

Is Portulacaria afra good luck?

Portulacaria Afra, popularly known as the Good Luck Jade Plant, Elephant Bush, Spekboom, is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to your home. The small, round, apple green succulent leaves stands out against flexible red stems.

Does Portulacaria afra go dormant?

They are drought tolerant but do require watering from April to October. In winter the plants are dormant and you may suspend watering. Elephant bush succulents in the home interior should not have consistently wet feet.

Why is my Portulacaria dropping leaves?

A portulacaria afra that is too wet will look sickly and drop leaves. The dropped leaves might appear yellowish in color and could feel squishy. This usually happens when the plant has been overwatered and/or the soil medium does not dry out fast enough, or both.

Can Portulacaria afra grow in shade?

Light: Partial shade to full sun in Phoenix, full shade intolerant. Soil: Tolerant, but does best in a light, well-drained soil. Watering: In Phoenix, elephant plant needs irrigating weekly during the summer, particularly if grown in a container.

Is elephant bush easy to care for?

Like most jade plants, the Elephant Bush is relatively low-maintenance and can thrive in most conditions, although they prefer access to fresh air! If you're growing your Elephant Bush indoors, consider keeping it near a window you like to have open.

How long do elephant bush live?

The ultimate height will take between 5 - 10 years to achieve, but can live for up to 20 years or more in the right care.

Is elephant bush toxic to dogs?

The Elephant Bush/Plant (Portulacaria afra) is a nontoxic pet safe houseplant you can have around your cats and dogs without worry.

Does elephant bush clean the air?

This green and sometimes creamy white small leafed succulent plant is one of the best carbon eaters out there, making it an excellent air purifier.