Portulacaria afra
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Portulacaria afra, commonly known as the “Elephant Bush” or “Spekboom,” is a succulent shrub native to Southern Africa. It features small, fleshy, round leaves and woody stems. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sunlight, making it an excellent choice for both gardens and indoor spaces. It can be easily propagated from cuttings and is valued for its ability to store water, making it a resilient plant for arid environments.
R250.00
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Portulacaria afra, algemeen bekend as die “Olifantsbos” of “Spekboom,” is ‘n vetplantbos wat oorspronklik uit Suid-Afrika kom. Dit het klein, vleisige, ronde blare en houtagtige stingels. Dit is droogtetolerant en hou van volle sonlig, wat dit ‘n uitstekende keuse maak vir tuine en binnenshuise spasie. Dit kan maklik uit steggies gekweek word en is bekend vir sy vermoë om water op te slaan, wat dit ‘n veerkragtige plant vir droë omgewings maak.
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All plants are typically shipped bare-rooted, meaning that the soil is carefully removed from the roots to prevent any damage during transit. We wash the roots to remove any remaining soil and allow them to dry before wrapping them gently in tissue paper. This process helps minimize stress on the plant and ensures its safe arrival to you.
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| Weight | 0.3 kg |
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| pot size | 12cm |
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