How to identify Elephant bush (Portulacaria afra)
Elephant bush, also known as Rainbow bush, Spekboom
Elephant bush is an upright, succulent shrub reaching heights of 8-12 feet (2.4-3.7 meters). Its reddish-brown stems support emerald green leaves, which are roughly 0.5 inches long. This plant may display showy, tiny pale lavender flowers near the tips of its branches in the summer. Elephant bush can be cultivated in sunlit to shaded areas and is highly drought-tolerant, thriving with minimal to no supplemental watering. It shows a degree of cold hardiness, enduring brief dips to 25°F (-4°C).
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Succulent, Shrub
Leaf Type: Evergreen
Narrow, triangular leaves with rounded edges, measuring 0.8 inches (2 cm) long.
Smooth, glossy leaves in vibrant green clustered densely near stem tips.
Robust stem, 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in diameter, with brown to reddish-brown color.
Stem branches out in a dense, bushy pattern, providing sturdy support for growth.
Upright, succulent shrub reaching heights of 8-12 feet (2.4-3.7 meters), with showy lavender flowers.
The leaves of elephant bush are small, fleshy, and triangular with rounded edges, measuring approximately 0.8 inches (2 cm) in length. They are smooth and glossy, exhibiting a vibrant green color. The leaves are densely clustered near the stem tips and are arranged in an opposite pattern, often giving the appearance of lush foliage. Their succulent nature aids in water retention, making them well-suited for arid environments.
The stem of elephant bush exhibits a robust and woody structure, displaying a brown to reddish brown color. Typically, it measures around 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in diameter, and its texture is smooth yet firm. The stem branches out in a dense, bushy pattern, providing a sturdy support network for the plant. These branches can measure up to several feet or meters in length, highlighting elephant bush's capacity for significant growth, while the coloration provides an identifiable characteristic for enthusiasts.
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Scientific Classification of Elephant bush
