Elephant's Food
Portulacaria Afra
Overview
Portulacaria afra, commonly known as Elephant's Food, is a drought-tolerant succulent that features small, rounded, jade green leaves on reddish-brown stems. It can reach up to 8-15 feet in height and spread 4-6 feet. This evergreen is excellent for adding texture to landscapes and thrives in USDA zones 10-11. Prune for shape and control; it serves well in rock gardens or as a low-maintenance container plant.
Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 9–11Type SucculentClimate Arid, Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half, Shade
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 9–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Succulent
- Family
- Portulacaceae
- Climate
- Arid, Subtropical
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