Portulacaria Afra Variegata – Variegated Elephant Bush / Rainbow Bush / Variegated Jade

The Portulacaria afra ‘Variegata’, known as the Rainbow Bush, Variegated Elephant Bush, or Variegated Jade, is one of the most charming and colourful succulents you can grow. Its small, rounded, coin-shaped leaves are a delightful mix of soft green and cream, edged with a subtle blush of pink — all carried on striking dark burgundy-red stems that make the colours pop beautifully.

• Common Names: Rainbow Bush, Variegated Elephant Bush, Variegated Jade
• Botanical Name: Portulacaria afra ‘Variegata’
• Leaf shape: Small, rounded, coin-shaped
• Colour: Green and cream variegation with pink-blushed edges on dark burgundy-red stems
• Growth habit: Bushy, multi-branching, upright to slightly trailing
• Shipping: Plants are shipped bare-rooted (without pot or soil) — carefully wrapped to ensure safe transit. Photos show plants in ceramic pots for display purposes only.
• Care level: Easy — great for beginners
• Light: Bright indirect to direct sun; more sun intensifies the pink blush
• Water: Every 10–14 days; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
• Ideal for: Windowsills, desks, bonsai styling, and premium gifting

A joyful, colourful plant that looks stunning in any setting. Each plant is hand-selected and carefully packed to arrive in excellent condition.