{"product_id":"elephant-s-bush-portulacaria-afra","title":"Elephant’s Bush (Portulacaria afra)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"19\" data-end=\"22\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eElephant’s Bush, also known as Portulacaria afra or Dwarf Jade Plant, is a resilient and attractive succulent native to South Africa. It is widely appreciated for its small, round, fleshy green leaves and reddish-brown stems, which can take on a reddish tint when exposed to bright sunlight. The leaves grow in opposite pairs along trailing or upright stems, giving the plant a neat, compact appearance. In the ground, it can grow into a large shrub, while in pots it stays much smaller and manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eThis succulent is highly valued as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eground cover\u003c\/strong\u003e, ornamental plant, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"649\"\u003ebonsai specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e due to its adaptability and slow, controlled growth. Elephant’s Bush is extremely drought-tolerant and well-suited for warm, dry climates, making it an excellent low-maintenance option for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eBeyond its ornamental appeal, Elephant’s Bush is also known for its traditional medicinal uses, and its leaves are rich in antioxidants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eCaring for your Elephant’s Bush\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eDifficulty level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carefree\u003cbr data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eLight requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright light, indirect light, full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eWatering schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once every 2–3 weeks (allow soil to dry completely between waterings)\u003cbr data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining succulent or cactus mix\u003cbr data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm conditions; protect from frost\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low\u003cbr data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003ePet friendliness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes (generally considered non-toxic)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ACACIA","offers":[{"title":"Set of 6","offer_id":44583676870725,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"Box of 24","offer_id":44583676903493,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/1332\/4613\/files\/Elephant_sBush.png?v=1769616632","url":"https:\/\/itsacacia.ae\/products\/elephant-s-bush-portulacaria-afra","provider":"ACACIA LANDSCAPING LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}