Elephant bush
Portulacaria afra · Elephant Bushes · Ocotillo family
Also known as: Dwarf Jade Plant · Porkbush · Spekboom
Very easy50–200cmPet-friendlyEdible
Elephant bush care at a glance
Elephant bush (Portulacaria afra) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Elephant bush
Possible pests on Elephant bush include Mealybugs. A common disease is Root rot. Elephant bush is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Mealybugs Low
Disease
- Root rot High
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Frequently asked questions about Elephant bush
- Which pests affect Elephant bush?
- Possible pests on Elephant bush include Mealybugs.
- Which diseases affect Elephant bush?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Elephant bush toxic to cats and dogs?
- Elephant bush is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Elephant bush need?
- Elephant bush has a low water requirement.
- What light does Elephant bush need?
- Elephant bush prefers to grow in full sun.
- Is Elephant bush frost-hardy?
- Elephant bush is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.
- Can you eat Elephant bush?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves.