Description
Portulacaria Afra Medio Picta also known as Midstripe Rainbow Bush or Midstripe Elephant Food is native to Africa. A very slow growing succulent shrub with attractive bright reddish pink stems holding small 1/2 inch long ovate green leaves that have wide white stripes down their middle. Sometimes with leaves having little or no green will appear. An easily to grow succulent showy plant that works great as a bonsai plant , hanging basket or small shrub in frost free climates. Lavender pink flowers are seldom seen how ever when they do appear they make this plant even more delightful in the eyes of the beholder. The solid white leaves while attractive on the red stems are best remove to increase vigor, and the all green leaves should be similarly trimmed. Plant in full sun to light shade, irrigate sparingly Starter plant in 2.5″ growers pot, similar to the second photo.
kim latimer –
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Penny Neuf –
This was a bit smaller than expected, but I have a good feeling it will grow well, over time… packaged well..
I did Not expect the base of plant to look this way…
So it’s Always fun to learn more…
Jamie Manley –
I received my order very quickly and my plants are so healthy!! Will definitely be ordering again soon.
Alison –
I received 2 plants as ordered from Hirts in beautiful shape. They appeared to be very healthy – well worth the 23.48 for two. I also received another eucalyptus ordered through Etsy but from a different garden. I ordered only one as it was higher in price. The total with shipping for one plant was 45.64. One branch was broken and the color was not as blue. I’ll stick with Hirts in the future.
Thank you so much.