Portulacaria 'Rainbow Elephant Bush'
Portulacaria 'Rainbow Elephant Bush'
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The Portulacaria afra 'Rainbow Elephant Bush' is a vibrant and eye-catching houseplant, celebrated for its multicolored foliage in shades of green, pink, and cream. Exhibiting a shrubby and well-branched growth habit, the stems of this plant are adorned with small, rounded leaves, creating a lush and dense appearance. Under ideal conditions, it can reach a mature height of approximately 8-15 feet outdoors, but remains more compact when cultivated indoors.
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical: Portulacaria afra
Common: Rainbow Elephant Bush Portulacaria, Rainbow Elephant Food Portulacaria, Dwarf Rainbow Plant
Necessary Care Tips
Necessary Care Tips
- Light: Bright Indirect
- Ideal Temperature: 65-80°F
- Humidity: Low
- Water: Allow the soil to dry out completely between watering
- Fertilize: Every 6-8 weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
- Preferred Soil: Cacti and Succulent Potting Mix
Advanced Care Tips
Advanced Care Tips
- Can tolerate bright, indirect light to full sun.
- Trim back excessively long stems to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.
- Easily propagated through stem cuttings. Allow the cut end to callous over before planting in soil.
Plant Insights
Plant Insights
- Member of the Didiereaceae family, which is a small family of flowering succulent plants that includes only 20 species.
- The Portulacaria is native to South Africa, particularly regions with arid and semi-arid climates.
- The Portulacaria is often called "Elephant Bush" because it's a popular food for elephants in its native habitat.
- It's a fast grower and can quickly fill a pot or garden space with its bushy growth.
- Pet Safe / Nontoxic
- Low Maintenance
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