How to grow Red Stem

Portulacaria afre

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Good for xeriscaping, containers, bonsai. Prefer porous soil. Water when soil is dry to touch, but be careful not to overwater in winter especially. Prefer full sun/bright light. Reportedly blooms close to the equator.

How long does Red stem take to grow?

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Red stem Folklore & Trivia

Elephants eat it. They knock off small branches when they do, and those root in the ground to form new plants.

Other names for Red stem

Elephant Bush, Elephant Food, Dwarf Jade Plant, Spekboom

How to grow Red Stem

Portulacaria afre

How long does Red stem take to grow?

Red stem Folklore & Trivia

Other names for Red stem

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