Botanical name of Elephant bush is Portulacaria afra. Elephant Bush small-leaved succulent plant found in South Africa. Elephant Bush commonly has a reddish stem and glossy green foliage. 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
Common Name
Elephant bush, rainbow portulacaria plant, rainbow elephant bush
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 drain and porus.
Watering
Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) 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
Good luck plant.
Elephant Bush Uses
Ornamental Use:
It makes an excellent container or house plant
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