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Portulacaria afra Variegata

Portulacaria afra variegata, Portulacaria, Rainbow Elephant Bush, Rainbow Bush, Rainbow Elephant Plant, Elephant Bush Succulent, Elephant Plant Succulent, Variegated Elephant Bush, Elephant Bush Variegated

Portulacaria afra Variegata, commonly known as the Rainbow Bush, is a popular indoor plant. This succulent carries small leaves that are variegated with green and cream, and held on soft-wooded stems that tend to criss-cross each other. It typically grows to 30 cm tall and 50 cm wide. Portulacaria afra Variegata is often used for bonsai or maintained in a container both indoors and out. It can be planted outdoors where conditions favour, and in such situations, it is often included in rock gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, or used to border to an entrance.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Indoor Plants
Height:30 cm
Spread:50 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Extended dry periods
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asPortulacaria afra variegata, Portulacaria, Rainbow Elephant Bush, Rainbow Bush, Rainbow Elephant Plant, Elephant Bush Succulent, Elephant Plant Succulent, Variegated Elephant Bush, Elephant Bush Variegated
Sku14045

Portulacaria afra Variegata Details

Portulacaria afra Variegata, commonly known as the Rainbow Bush, is a popular indoor plant. This succulent carries small leaves that are variegated with green and cream, and held on soft-wooded stems that tend to criss-cross each other. It typically grows to 30 cm tall and 50 cm wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. It grows best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site, and is tolerant of extended dry periods, and mild frost. It does not like being over-watered. Portulacaria afra Variegata is often used for bonsai or maintained in a container both indoors and out. It can be planted outdoors where conditions favour, and in such situations, it is often included in rock gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, or used to border to an entrance.

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