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Variegated Elephant Bush

Variegated Elephant Bush

Grows Well With

The Variegated Elephant Bush (Portulacaria afra ‘Variegata’) is a colorful twist on the classic Elephant Bush, known for its creamy-white and green marbled leaves. This low-maintenance succulent features fleshy, trailing stems and woody branches, making it a beautiful addition to hanging planters or sunny shelves.

  • Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
  • Medium plant measures 2" to 3" tall, from the soil line to the top of the foliage
  • Arrives in a nursery grow pot nestled into your planter choice, if purchased

Care Guide

Variegated Elephant Bush South Africa
Plant Care
  • Thrives in bright direct light, but can tolerate bright indirect light.
  • Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.
  • This is a pet friendly plant!
Sad Plant Signs
  • Leaves curling or wrinkling, dry potting mix:

Thirsty plant, underwatered

  • Yellowing leaves, wet potting mix:

Root rot, overwatered

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