PlantsPicker Logo
person Sign In
Portulacaria afra variegata
filter_vintage Portulacaceae Plants yard Succulents plants

Portulacaria afra variegata

Dwarf Jade, Elephant's Food

WhatsApp
Succulent shrub from South Africa with fleshy leaves and red stems. The variegated form features golden-yellow margins. Drought tolerant, prefers bright light.
yard Succulents plants wb_sunny Sun pets Not pet-safe
info Pot sizes shown are estimations. Real dimensions may vary depending on the merchant.
Merchant Pot Size Availability Price
Amazon.com 1-2 in In Stock $6.25 Buy
Amazon.com 1-2 in Out of Stock $6.99 Buy
Merchant Pot Size Availability Price
Amazon.com 3-4 in In Stock $14.95 Buy
Amazon.com 3-4 in In Stock $15.99 Buy
Amazon.com 3-4 in In Stock $17.99 Buy
info

Plant Details

Common Name Dwarf Jade, Elephant's Food
Family Portulacaceae
Genus Portulacaria
Species Afra
Variety variegata
Origin South Africa
Blooming Foliage plant, flowers rare indoors
Leaf Color Green with cream/yellow margins
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
yard

Care & Maintenance

terrain
Soil

Cactus mix or sandy loam with excellent drainage

water_drop
Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce significantly in winter

light_mode
Sunlight & Care

Requires bright light for variegation; direct sun tolerated in summer

science
Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Summer)

content_cut
Pruning

Prune regularly to maintain shape and prevent legginess

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

calendar_month

Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
thermostat

Growing Parameters

thermostat
Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
water_drop
Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
light_mode
Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
wb_sunny
Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
water
Soil Moisture
10% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
bolt
Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
local_hospital

Common Problems

Something wrong with your Portulacaria afra variegata? Select a symptom to diagnose and fix the issue.

eco Drooping Leaves chevron_right
eco Sticky Leaves chevron_right
eco White Cottony Spots chevron_right
eco Tiny Black Flies chevron_right
eco Sudden Leaf Drop chevron_right
eco Leggy Stems chevron_right
eco Fine Webbing chevron_right

Related Plants

You might also like these plants

Browse All ›
Portulacaria afra
yardSucculents plants
Portulacaria afra

Elephant Bush

account_treePortulacaceae location_onSouth Africa
from $15
check_circleIn Stock
yard3-4 in
light_mode Half-shade, Sun thermostat 50-90°F water_drop 20–65%
Aloe Variegata
yardSucculents plants
Aloe Variegata

Partridge Breast Aloe / Zebra Aloe

account_treeAsphodelaceae location_onSouth Africa

info Price unavailable

light_mode Sun thermostat 50-86°F water_drop 25–60%
Haworthia cooperi Variegata
yardSucculents plants
Haworthia cooperi Variegata

Variegated Cooper's Haworthia

account_treeAsphodelaceae location_onSouth Africa

info Price unavailable

light_mode Half-shade thermostat 41-90°F water_drop 30–60%
Aeonium decorum f. variegata
yardSucculents plants petsPet friendly
Aeonium decorum f. variegata

Variegated Aeonium decorum

account_treeCrassulaceae location_onCanary Islands

info Price unavailable

light_mode Sun thermostat 46-86°F water_drop 30–65%
favorite