Portulacaria
Botanical name: Portulacaria
Portulacaria
Botanical name: Portulacaria
Description
Portulacaria is a small genus comprised of a handful of succulent plants, some of which reach the size of large shrubs. Several species are planted ornamentally, most notable among them being Elephant Bush (P. afra). Some portulacaria are also cultivated as bonsais.
Species of Portulacaria
Elephant bush
Elephant bush (*Portulacaria afra*) is a succulent native to South Africa, easily recognized by its small, rounded green leaves and crimson stems. This cute semi-evergreen succulent is cultivated as an ornamental, most commonly in escaping, and as a bonsai plant.
Rainbow elephant bush
The rainbow elephant bush is a stubby, perennial shrub with reddish-brown stems and fleshy white leaves. It is named so because elephants love to eat them. This plant thrives in warmer climates and does well in potting mixes ideal for cacti and other succulents. Although it can grow to a height of 6 m, it is pruned to 3 m for easy maintenance.
Portulacaria fruticulosa
Portulacaria fruticulosa is a small genus comprised of a handful of succulent plants, some of which reach the size of large shrubs. Several species are planted ornamentally, most notable among them being Elephant Bush (P. afra). Some portulacaria fruticulosa are also cultivated as bonsais.
Care Guide for Portulacaria
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies Family
Didierea Genus
Portulacaria 
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