Introduction to Portulacaria afra 'Foliis variegatis': a plant classified under other families and genera

Growth habits of Portulacaria afra 'Foliis variegatis'

A variegated cultivar of the elephant bush. It likes warmth and bright light. It is drought-tolerant but not cold-tolerant, and the winter temperature should not be lower than 10°C.

Favorite temperature: 21-24°C

Watering: keep moist during the growing season

Light: bright light

Propagation: cuttings

Pests and diseases: rust, scale insects

Combination suggestions: Graptopetalum paraguayense, Crassula ovata 'Variegata'

Care tips for Portulacaria afra 'Foliis variegatis'

Potting soil: repot every spring. When repotting, cut off overly long and overly dense stem nodes to keep the stems and leaves evenly distributed. Use a mixed soil of leaf mold, fertile native soil and coarse sand, adding a small amount of superphosphate. During the growing season, keep the potting soil moist, but good drainage is required.

Watering: during high summer temperatures, pay attention to controlling watering and maintaining good ventilation. You can spray around the pot to increase air humidity. Reduce watering in winter and keep the potting soil slightly dry.

Fertilizing: fertilize once every 2 months with diluted cake fertilizer water or "Huiyou" 15-15-30 special fertilizer for potted flowers.

Propagation methods of Portulacaria afra 'Foliis variegatis'

Cuttings: in spring or autumn, cut semi-mature branches 8-10 cm long, insert them into a sand bed, roots will form after about 3 weeks, and they can be potted after 4 weeks.