Portulacaria afra 'Variegata'

Rainbow Bush, aka Variegated Elephant Food, is a slow-growing succulent  native to Africa, requiring a well-lit room and deep but infrequent watering for best looks. Though this specimen can grow into a massive shrub in the wild, it remains a much more manageable size when grown indoors. We planted a 4-inch pot of Rainbow Bush in a large planter several years ago, and it is just about 10 to 12 inches tall and 12 to  18 inches wide. Because of its sprawling habit, this specimen works well  in hanging baskets and container planters, acting as both spiller and  filler. If the plant gets too unruly, simply prune back the wayward stems. These can be rooted in water to make new Rainbow Bushes and  passed on to friends.
 
 

Common Name: Variegated Elephant Food, Rainbow Bush

Mature Size: 12" - 24" tall and wide

Growth Rate: Slow

Optimum Temperature:

• 60° F
• 65° F
• 70° F
• 75° F

Characteristics: Houseplant, pet-friendly

Light: Well-lit room, no direct sun

Water Requirements: Water thoroughly when top inch of soil is dry

Foliage Color:

Bloom Color: Rarely blooms indoors

Bloom Time:

Structure: Sprawling mound

Photos: Real images, not stock photos

Please Note: When Ground Shipping is selected, plants will be shipped on the following Monday to help maintain the plant quality.