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Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with trailing green stems in a white macrame hanger displayed near a sunny window.
The Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) spills from a blue pot in a white macrame hanger by a bright window with other plants.
A hanging planter holds a Rainbow Bush succulent with small green leaves edged in white and red stems, outdoors with grass and trees.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with pale green, oval leaves and red stems, planted in pebbles and soil against a dark background.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green oval leaves and reddish stems in a brown pot of pebbles on a black background.
A small potted Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with thick green leaves and reddish stems sits among other succulents.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green, oval leaves and reddish stems in a brown plastic pot with pebbles. Succulents blurred in back.
A Rainbow Bush succulent with oval green leaves and reddish stems in a square red pot with pebbles, set against a black background.
A potted Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) sits on a wooden surface, showcasing its vibrant green and cream leaves.
A Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with thick, rounded green leaves in a small pot on a wooden surface in sunlight.
A small Rainbow Bush succulent with green and cream leaves on reddish stems in a square orange pot with pebbly soil on wood.
A hand holds a small brown rectangular pot with a Rainbow Bush, showing green leaves with cream edges, on a light wood background.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green and cream leaves on reddish stems in a pot with tan gravel.
The Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) is a small succulent with oval green leaves and tan stems in gravel, blurred background.
A small potted Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green leaves and red stems in rocky soil, set against a blurred background.
A small Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with pale green and cream succulent leaves in a square pot with light gravel.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green and cream leaves in a pot of light gravel, background softly blurred.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) succulent with green and cream leaves in a square pot on gravel, outdoors.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with thick green leaves in a pot on light gravel, under a blue sky and small white cloud.
A vibrant Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with variegated leaves in a small green pot, outdoors under a blue sky.
Small Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with oval green leaves and red stems in a square pot with pebbles, blurred green backdrop.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush with thick, oval green leaves and woody stems in rocky soil, background shows blurred similar succulents.
A hanging pot with a Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata), featuring green and white leaves and reddish stems outdoors.
A hanging pot of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green leaves and red stems displayed on light gravel outdoors.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a hanging pot, featuring green leaves and red stems, outdoors with greenery behind.
Hanging pot with Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata), green leaves edged in white, red stems, garden plants in background.
Trailing Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) succulent in a hanging pot outdoors, green leaves edged in white, reddish stems.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with reddish stems and round green leaves in a black pot, outdoors with blurred greenery.
A person stands outside touching a large Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a black container amid wildflowers and greenery.
A person in a gray shirt and green pants stands by a large Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata), with flowers and greenery behind.
A person in green cargo pants and a tan shirt stands outdoors, touching a large potted Rainbow Bush succulent with yellow flowers behind.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with small, variegated leaves in a black pot, set before a blurred green background.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with dense green leaves and reddish stems, set against a softly blurred background.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with dense green leaves and reddish-brown stems against a soft greenery background.
Portulacaria afra variegata (Rainbow Bush) with small green leaves and red stems in a black pot, set outdoors among lush greenery.
A person holds a large Portulacaria afra variegata (Rainbow Bush) succulent outdoors, with yellow wildflowers in the background.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with round green leaves and reddish stems in a black pot, outdoors on dry ground.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a pot, featuring green and cream leaves with reddish stems, outdoors on stone.
A potted Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with cream-edged green leaves and reddish stems sits outdoors on sandy soil.
Macrame plant hanger with adjustable ring, shown holding a teal pot with a variegated Rainbow Bush succulent inside.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a black textured pot on a light wood table with decor, set by sheer curtains.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a white textured pot on a wooden table with a red candle, sunlight, and pink wall background.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) succulent in a green pot on a wooden table near a window and a light green cushion.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a blue pot on a wooden desk in an office with laptop, papers, and shelves behind.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a black pot, hanging in a cream macrame hanger with sunlight and other plants.
A Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a white macrame hanger hangs by a window with sheer curtains; pink and green tiles behind.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a cream macramé hanger by a window, with another hanging plant softly blurred behind.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a pot, hanging from a macrame hanger, adds vibrant succulent style to any space.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green and cream leaves in a white pot and cream macrame hanger on wood slat wall.
Rainbow Bush - Portulacaria afra variegata
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with trailing green stems in a white macrame hanger displayed near a sunny window.
The Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) spills from a blue pot in a white macrame hanger by a bright window with other plants.
A hanging planter holds a Rainbow Bush succulent with small green leaves edged in white and red stems, outdoors with grass and trees.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with pale green, oval leaves and red stems, planted in pebbles and soil against a dark background.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green oval leaves and reddish stems in a brown pot of pebbles on a black background.
A small potted Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with thick green leaves and reddish stems sits among other succulents.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green, oval leaves and reddish stems in a brown plastic pot with pebbles. Succulents blurred in back.
A Rainbow Bush succulent with oval green leaves and reddish stems in a square red pot with pebbles, set against a black background.
A potted Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) sits on a wooden surface, showcasing its vibrant green and cream leaves.
A Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with thick, rounded green leaves in a small pot on a wooden surface in sunlight.
A small Rainbow Bush succulent with green and cream leaves on reddish stems in a square orange pot with pebbly soil on wood.
A hand holds a small brown rectangular pot with a Rainbow Bush, showing green leaves with cream edges, on a light wood background.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green and cream leaves on reddish stems in a pot with tan gravel.
The Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) is a small succulent with oval green leaves and tan stems in gravel, blurred background.
A small potted Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green leaves and red stems in rocky soil, set against a blurred background.
A small Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with pale green and cream succulent leaves in a square pot with light gravel.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green and cream leaves in a pot of light gravel, background softly blurred.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) succulent with green and cream leaves in a square pot on gravel, outdoors.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with thick green leaves in a pot on light gravel, under a blue sky and small white cloud.
A vibrant Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with variegated leaves in a small green pot, outdoors under a blue sky.
Small Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with oval green leaves and red stems in a square pot with pebbles, blurred green backdrop.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush with thick, oval green leaves and woody stems in rocky soil, background shows blurred similar succulents.
A hanging pot with a Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata), featuring green and white leaves and reddish stems outdoors.
A hanging pot of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green leaves and red stems displayed on light gravel outdoors.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a hanging pot, featuring green leaves and red stems, outdoors with greenery behind.
Hanging pot with Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata), green leaves edged in white, red stems, garden plants in background.
Trailing Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) succulent in a hanging pot outdoors, green leaves edged in white, reddish stems.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with reddish stems and round green leaves in a black pot, outdoors with blurred greenery.
A person stands outside touching a large Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a black container amid wildflowers and greenery.
A person in a gray shirt and green pants stands by a large Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata), with flowers and greenery behind.
A person in green cargo pants and a tan shirt stands outdoors, touching a large potted Rainbow Bush succulent with yellow flowers behind.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with small, variegated leaves in a black pot, set before a blurred green background.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with dense green leaves and reddish stems, set against a softly blurred background.
Close-up of Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with dense green leaves and reddish-brown stems against a soft greenery background.
Portulacaria afra variegata (Rainbow Bush) with small green leaves and red stems in a black pot, set outdoors among lush greenery.
A person holds a large Portulacaria afra variegata (Rainbow Bush) succulent outdoors, with yellow wildflowers in the background.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with round green leaves and reddish stems in a black pot, outdoors on dry ground.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a pot, featuring green and cream leaves with reddish stems, outdoors on stone.
A potted Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with cream-edged green leaves and reddish stems sits outdoors on sandy soil.
Macrame plant hanger with adjustable ring, shown holding a teal pot with a variegated Rainbow Bush succulent inside.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a black textured pot on a light wood table with decor, set by sheer curtains.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a white textured pot on a wooden table with a red candle, sunlight, and pink wall background.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) succulent in a green pot on a wooden table near a window and a light green cushion.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a blue pot on a wooden desk in an office with laptop, papers, and shelves behind.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a black pot, hanging in a cream macrame hanger with sunlight and other plants.
A Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a white macrame hanger hangs by a window with sheer curtains; pink and green tiles behind.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a cream macramé hanger by a window, with another hanging plant softly blurred behind.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) in a pot, hanging from a macrame hanger, adds vibrant succulent style to any space.
Rainbow Bush (Portulacaria afra variegata) with green and cream leaves in a white pot and cream macrame hanger on wood slat wall.
Rainbow Bush - Portulacaria afra variegata

Portulacaria afra variegata goes by the common name “Rainbow Bush”. With a heavily branched, shrubby growth habit, the species has extraordinarily thick stems with teardrop-shaped leaf edges. The plant has its origin in South Africa and belongs to the family of Didiereaceae. Rainbow Bush offers a dormancy of winters and can grow up to 10 feet in height.

Growth Rate

This interesting plant takes time to mature and hence, grows at a slower pace. Its growing conditions play a huge role in determining its pace of growth.

Flowering

Portulacaria afra is noted for its lavender pink-colored flowers that bloom between late spring till the onset of early summer.

Watering and Feeding

During the dormancy period in winter, practice less frequent watering.

Soil

Rainbow Bush succulent needs well-drained soil and a soil mix that ensures the excess moisture evaporates at the earliest. For feeding, use low nitrogen or a basic houseplant fertilizer every 6-8 weeks between fall and spring.

Hardiness

This houseplant grows best in winters, keeping in mind its frost tolerance of -1.7° C (28.94° F). Portulacaria afra variegata belongs to the hardiness zone of 10a to 11b.

Light

Rainbow Bush plants need full to partial sun exposure. If planted outdoors, place this variety in a spot that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight. If indoors, plant next to a sunny window.

Propagation

The plant can be propagated through stem cuttings during the summer and the spring season. Cut out the stems, let them dry for a few days, then dip them in moist soil. The stems will root between 1 to 3 weeks.

 

Portulacaria afra variegata 'Rainbow Bush' is a tall-growing and sprawling succulent that is flexible in adapting to your whims and wishes about how you would like to grow and nurture your succulent. These plants feature multi colors, making them irresistible.

Bloom Season

Late springearly summer

Flower Color

Lavender pink

Growth Rate

Slow

Hardiness Zone

10a to 11b

Mature Size

10 feet

Plant Type

Perennial succulent

Resistance

1.7° c

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)--Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

Watering Needs

Low
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Rainbow Bush - Portulacaria afra variegata

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  • Key Plant Features

Portulacaria afra variegata goes by the common name “Rainbow Bush”. With a heavily branched, shrubby growth habit, the species has extraordinarily thick stems with teardrop-shaped leaf edges. The plant has its origin in South Africa and belongs to the family of Didiereaceae. Rainbow Bush offers a dormancy of winters and can grow up to 10 feet in height.

Growth Rate

This interesting plant takes time to mature and hence, grows at a slower pace. Its growing conditions play a huge role in determining its pace of growth.

Flowering

Portulacaria afra is noted for its lavender pink-colored flowers that bloom between late spring till the onset of early summer.

Watering and Feeding

During the dormancy period in winter, practice less frequent watering.

Soil

Rainbow Bush succulent needs well-drained soil and a soil mix that ensures the excess moisture evaporates at the earliest. For feeding, use low nitrogen or a basic houseplant fertilizer every 6-8 weeks between fall and spring.

Hardiness

This houseplant grows best in winters, keeping in mind its frost tolerance of -1.7° C (28.94° F). Portulacaria afra variegata belongs to the hardiness zone of 10a to 11b.

Light

Rainbow Bush plants need full to partial sun exposure. If planted outdoors, place this variety in a spot that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight. If indoors, plant next to a sunny window.

Propagation

The plant can be propagated through stem cuttings during the summer and the spring season. Cut out the stems, let them dry for a few days, then dip them in moist soil. The stems will root between 1 to 3 weeks.

 

Portulacaria afra variegata 'Rainbow Bush' is a tall-growing and sprawling succulent that is flexible in adapting to your whims and wishes about how you would like to grow and nurture your succulent. These plants feature multi colors, making them irresistible.

Bloom Season

Late springearly summer

Flower Color

Lavender pink

Growth Rate

Slow

Hardiness Zone

10a to 11b

Mature Size

10 feet

Plant Type

Perennial succulent

Resistance

1.7° c

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)--Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

Watering Needs

Low
Attribute Value
Bloom Season Late springearly summer
Bloom Season Late summer, early fall
Botanical Name Portulacaria afra
Common Name Rainbow bush
Common Name Variegated Elephant Bush
Dormancy Winter
Family Didiereaceae
Flower Color Lavender pink
Flower Color Pink, white
Genus Portulacaria
Growth Habit Shrub bush
Growth Habit Trailing, hanging
Growth Rate Slow
Growth Rate Slow growth
Hardiness Zone 10a to 11b
Hardiness Zone 9, 10, 11
Mature Size 10 feet
Mature Size 12 ft. tall, 6 in. wide
Native Area South africa
Plant Type Perennial succulent
Propagation By stem cuttings, divisions
Resistance 1.7° c
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistant, pest resistance, deer resistant
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type specialized succulent potting mix
Special Features Star shaped showy flowers
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats
Watering Needs Low

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