About This Product
Botanical Name: Portulacaria afra
Common Name: Elephant Bush
An upright succulent shrub with obovate leaves and thick, multi-branching stems - sometimes likened to a small-leafed jade plant. Bright emerald green foliage adorns the reddish-brown stems. Requires excellent drainage. Hardy to 25 - 30 degrees F. Does well indoors. Stays small in containers, excellent for bonsai. Occasional summer flowers. Native to South Africa.
USDA Zone: Zones 9 - 11
Sunset Zone: Zones 8, 9, 12 - 24; H1, H2
Mature Height: 8 - 12 feet
Mature Width: 4 - 6 feet
Light Needs: Full Sun, Filtered Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade, Shade
Water Needs: Low
