This Product Contains
SrNo |
Item name |
1 |
Elephant bush, Portulacaria afra, Jade plant (Green) - Succulent Plant |
2 |
4 inch (10 cm) Nursery Pot as Inner |
About Elephant Bush
Botanical name of Elephant bush is Portulacaria afra. Elephant bush is a small-leaved succulent plant found in South Africa. These succulents commonly have a reddish stem and leaves that are green Elephant Bush small-leaved succulent plant found in South Africa. Elephant Bush commonly has a reddish stem and green leaves.
The vibrant green leaves are symbolic of growth and renewal. Jade plants have long been thought to bring good fortune to their owners.
Plant Specifications
Plant Height |
7 inch (18 cm) |
Plant Spread |
5 inch (13 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name |
Elephant Bush, Elephant Food, Dwarf Jade, Small Leaf Jade, Porkbush |
Maximum Reachable Height |
Up to 25.4 Centimeters |
Difficulty Level |
Easy. |
Planting And Care
Sunlight
- Natural indirect / artificial bright light is ideal for jade plant growth.
Soil
- Soil should be well drained and porous.
Watering
- Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
- Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) of water when the top soil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
- Apply water probably in the morning or evening time.
- Do not overwater the plant.
- As a rule of thumb, water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Application of Fertilizer
- Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture.
- During the main growing season (January-March) feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.
- Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.
Plant Protection
- Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
- For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.
Don'ts
- Do not over water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.
- keep away from the AC Vents.
- Do not apply water on plant leaves.
Elephant Bush Care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
- Keep the plant in Natural indirect /Artificial bright Light.
- Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
- apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when top soil (3-4 inches) feels dry to touch.
- Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it.
Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
Sunlight |
Natural indirect/artificial bright light. |
Watering |
Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when the topsoil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch. |
Soil |
Soil should be well drain and porus. |
Temperature |
18-24 degree Celsius. |
Fertilizer |
Apply any organic fertilizer once a month. |
Elephant Bush Special Feature
Consider as Good luck plant.
Elephant Bush Uses
Ornamental Use:
- It makes an excellent container or house plant