My portulacaria afra I am training into a bonsai. r/succulents


Portulacaria afra (dwarf Jade) bonsai tree in a handmade pot by Little

Jade Bonsai (Crassula ovata) is a succulent plant that belongs to the Crassulaceae family. This tree species has thick oval-shaped leaves with a glossy surface that grows in opposite pairs. The green or brown stems are thickened at the base with fibrous roots.


Portulacaria Afra bonsai Bonsai plants, Bonsai tree care, Bonsai styles

The Portulacaria Afra Bonsai, known for its resilience, is a popular choice among bonsai enthusiasts. Its rapid growth and dense foliage development within a few years make it an attractive option for beginners.


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Welcome to Green Zen Bonsai! In this blog post, we will explore the magnificent world of Portulacaria Afra Bonsai.Discover the secrets of cultivating and nurturing these striking and resilient bonsai trees, and unlock the tranquil beauty they bring to any space. Join us on this journey of harmony and mindfulness as we delve into the art of Bonsai cultivation.


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Repotting Portulacaria Afra. Since Jades are a type of bonsai, they won't necessarily mind if you keep them root bound in a tiny pot. When you keep them root bound, the jade will be smaller and easier to manage. Thus, this practice is highly recommended. When you start repotting your young jades, exercise all the right guidelines while doing so.


Perfect bonsai Portulacaria afra 'cork bark'12 year old For

Portulacaria afra is a popular bonsai species since it has the reputation of an easy-to-grown, non-demanding plant. The plant grows fast, and within a few years it can develop dense and attractive foliage.


20170807 PORTULACARIA AFRA VARIEGATA Bonsai Plants, Bonsai Garden

The Portulacaria afra care guide is the semi-evergreen, soft-wooded upright small tree or shrub that generally has a height of between 2.5 and 4.5 meters. It is also called a dwarf jade plant. It has the same appearance as the unrelated jade plant. It is a beautiful plant in which caring is very easy.


Portulacaria afra (dwarf Jade) bonsai tree by Gilbert Cantu with Little

Dwarf Jade (Portulacaria afra) Bonsai Tree Care Guide: The Portulacaria afra, commonly known as the Dwarf Jade or Elephant Bush, is a captivating succulent species that thrives as a bonsai. Its resilience, low maintenance requirements, and appealing appearance make it an excellent choice for beginners and experienced enthusiasts alike.


My portulacaria afra I am training into a bonsai. r/succulents

Portulacaria afra (known as elephant bush, porkbush, purslane tree, dwarf jade and spekboom in Afrikaans) is a small-leaved succulent plant found in South Africa. These succulents commonly have a reddish stem and leaves that are green, but also a variegated cultivar is often seen in cultivation.


Portulacaria afra bonsai 60cm (view no. 2) Bonsai garden, Bonsai

Portulacaria afra is such a great succulent to grow. It is fast-growing, forgiving of neglect, simple to plant. What more could I ask of a succulent? Since it is called Elephant Bush as a common name, no wonder it grows fast. After all, when it is munched on by elephants and just grows back again quickly, we can expect a lot from our little plants.


22" Portulacaria Afra r/Bonsai

Portulacaria Afra is a small evergreen succulent, often called the Dwarf Jade, Spekboom or Elephant Bush. It looks like a smaller version of the jade, which is why its called a dwarf jade, but they are not actually the same species and not related to the Crassula family of plants.


Raft style Portulacaria afra / dwarf jade bonsai by Gilbert Cantu of

A small-leaved succulent plant native to South Africa, Portulacaria afra is a small, succulent plant that produces compact growth and rounded pads with thick trunk. It grows quickly and is incredibly hardy. As you might expect from the name, the tender new leaves of this plant is a favorite species in an elephants diet!


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Succulents Portulacaria Afra Plants Guide: How to Grow & Care for "Elephant Bush" Read our complete guide to Portulacaria Afra for everything you will ever need to know! Tips for planting and caring for the "Elephant Bush" By Miruna Secuianu June 7, 2021 Portulacaria Afra


Perfect bonsai Portulacaria afra 'cork bark'14 year old For

Dwarf Jade Care Dwarf jade is a low-maintenance succulent that stores water in its trunk and leaves so it can survive without regular watering, making it an ideal houseplant if you're less than fastidious about plant care. Occasional watering and a light monthly feeding from spring through fall are all that's needed to maintain magnificent plants.


Portulacaria afra Bonsai tree 18 year old plant Etsy

Portulacaria pygmaea is a dwarf succulent type of shrub with small, thickly fleshy, grey green leaves and occurs on rocky hillsides in Namaqualand, South Africa and is also not suited to bonsai cultivation. But is it a succulent? There are people that will say "Spekboom " is a succulent, not a tree and not real bonsai material.


Dwarf Jade Tree (Portulacaria Afra) Bonsai by Fields, LLC

Portulacaria bonsai Crassula bonsai Jade as indoor bonsai General information about the Jade Bonsai tree The Dwarf Jade is native to the dry regions of South Africa and widespread in Mozambique, Eswatini and in the South African provinces of Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. It is a fleshy, soft, woody small tree that grows up to 3m (10ft.)


Portulacaria afra bonsai r/succulents

1: Choosing the Right Cutting The first step to making a bonsai from Portulacaria afra is to choose the right cutting. Look for a healthy stem with several nodes, and make a clean cut with sharp scissors or a knife. 2: Preparing the Cutting Once you have chosen the cutting, you will need to prepare it for planting.

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