Variegated Elephant Bush or Variegated Spekboom
Portulacaria afra 'Variegata'
Family: Didiereaceae (formerly Aizoaceae or Portulacaceae)Native: Cultivar of Portulacaria afra, which is native to South Africa (Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces) and Swaziland.Identified: Jun 26, 2025
A small, succulent plant with reddish stems and small, round to oval leaves that are typically variegated with green and creamy white or yellow margins. It often has a trailing or cascading growth habit, making it suitable for hanging baskets or as a groundcover.
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This succulent thrives in bright, indirect to full sunlight. It requires well-draining soil and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry to prevent root rot. Reduce watering significantly in winter. It prefers warm temperatures and is not frost-tolerant.