I'm in San Diego (coastal area but not immediately on coast). LeadCamp, Inc also participates in affiliate programs with Walmart, Bluehost, Clickbank, CJ, ShareASale, and other sites. Plants make and store their own energy source – photosynthate - (sugar/glucose). I do not use exact measurements but eyeball it to about 2:1 solution of cactus mix and perlite. Anybody experience something similar? The leaves can also take on a lighter, more translucent color. It occurs when the plant takes up more water than it can rid itself of via the process of transpiration. Getting these plants to bloom in cultivation is rare, and even rarer for them to bloom in containers or when kept indoors. If you suspect poisoning, contact your local veterinarian immediately or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435.If you are looking for an easy, low maintenance succulent plant that will reward you for years and years to come, consider giving these Portulacaria Afra ‘Elephant Bush’ a try and you won’t be sorry. The word itself means 'swelling', which is usually the first symptom, and comes in the form of pale blisters or water-filled bumps on foliage. You may need to acclimate the plant to full sun initially. If you are unsure how much and how often to water in the beginning, it’s always better to underwater and increase watering as needed. This can be achieved by keeping them cool and dry in the winter months, with temperatures just above freezing between 35-44⁰F (1.5-7⁰C). Cut back on watering and allow the plant to dry out. I get most of my materials from a local hardware store. Care for these plants are similar and are listed in details below.Portulacaria Afra needs plenty of bright sunlight and can tolerate full sun. The most common reason is the soil may not be draining fast enough and is too wet for the plant. The most common reason for yellow leaves is cultural problems. Oedema is most common in houseplants during the winter/early spring months, is driven primarily by excessive water retention in the soil, and can be intensified via several additional cultural influences. A south facing window will work best, but an east or west facing windows will also do. I am guilty of making this mistake when I first got a hold of an Elephant Bush plant.
All from stem cuttings.Where can you find Portulacaria Afra ‘Elephant Bush’? Do check out these Interested in finding out more about watering succulents? The short answer is - use an appropriate substrate and use a 'tell' to 'tell' you when it's time to water, as opposed to a finger stuck in the soil or an inexpensive "moisture meter" Oedema is a physiological disorder that can affect all plants. If you live in USDA hardiness zones 9-11, you can leave the plant outdoors all year long and they can even be planted in ground.
These are signs that you are overwatering your plant. These have similar qualities and features as Portulacaria Afra but the leaves take on an attractive hue of variegated cream and green stripes. The plant may be sitting in the wrong soil and is showing signs of stress. If your area does not receive adequate sunlight or you have poor lighting at home, consider using a growlight so your plants can meet their lighting needs to grow properly, especially during those dark winter months. I have all of mines growing in containers outdoors. In the summer months, I water my Elephant Bush as often as every 7-10 days, sometimes more during a heatwave, giving the plant a good drink.
When touched, the leaves will feel flat and deflated as it continues to lose its water supply.
In fact, I have them growing everywhere and use them as fillers in a lot of my pots. Its planted in a pot so I moves it inside out of the rain and suddenly these spots appeared. If you want to propagate from leaf cuttings make sure to use the whole leaf including the base to ensure success. This can be achieved by mixing cactus mix or potting soil with coarse sand (about 2:1 ratio). Fertilizing once a month during the active growing season (spring time to early fall) should be sufficient. The top inch of the soil needs to feel dry before you can water again.