Sometimes confused with the Jade Tree (Crassula Ovata), however, the Portulacaria has finer leaves. Furthermore, this small succulent shrub is highly prized for its tough trunk and fleshy, jade-green foliage. Its small size and tolerance for pruning make this specimen ideal for bonsai cultivation.
Interesting fact: Also called Elephant Bush, because South African elephants love to eat it.
Non-toxic to animals.
- Family: Portulacariaceae
- Origin: South Africa
- Watering:
- Allow the potting soil to dry completely between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: Moderate.
- Type of soil: Light and draining.
- Avoid water remaining in the saucer.
- Brightness: Moderate to high.
- Orientation: West or 1 m from a South window
- Growth: Fast.
- Temperature: Average
- In winter, it tolerates a minimum temperature of 7ᵒC
Pot diameter: 10 cm and 15 cm (Hanging).
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
