Portulacaria Afra Variegata Houseplant - Elephant Bush Plant

Meet the Portulacaria afra variegata (Elephant Bush)

Portulacaria afra ‘Variegata’ is a colourful variegated form of the Elephant Bush, a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It features small, fleshy leaves marbled in shades of green and creamy white, often flushed with pink along the edges in bright light. Like the species, it naturally grows in arid regions where it forms dense thickets and stores water in its leaves and stems. Its compact growth habit and drought tolerance make it an excellent low-maintenance houseplant.

Why You'll Love It

• Sculptural statement: add instant impact
• Have a bright warm spot
• Low maintenance and easy care

Growing & Care

Bright warm spot with some direct sunlight. Water when soil is completely dry. No humidity. A balanced houseplant fertiliser. Left to grow, expect a spread of Up to 60cm spread and a height of Up to 100cm length.

Repotting

Once a year.

A Few Things to Watch For

• Overwatering or sitting in soggy soil
• Dark spots will cause legginess