Elephant Bush Secrets They Don't Want You To Know

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Elephant bush is an ornamental succulent that is easy to care for and is often used for bonsai and home art.

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Portulacaria afra is its scientific name. It comes from South Africa and is also called a purslane tree or tiny jade.

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Efficient carbon uptake is important for regulating climate change.

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'Variegata,' 'Minima,' 'Aurea,' 'Medio-picta,' 'Cork Bark' with distinct features.

Varieties

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Elephant bush is used in feng shui and makes a good first bonsai because it doesn't need much care.

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Cut off pieces of the stems and plant them after a callus forms.

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Root rot can be avoided by using moist soil that drains well.

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When planting cuttings, use a rooting hormone and indirect sunshine.

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After the first light watering and spritzing, water the plant every 2 to 3 weeks.

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You can prune it to keep it in shape or let it grow on its own.

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You can prune it to keep it in shape or let it grow on its own.

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Mealybugs, spider mites, whiteflies, and fungus gnats are all pests to watch out for.

Watch for pests

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