Portulacaria Afra Decumbent

Plant Description

Portulacaria Afra Decumbent boasts petite, circular, apple-green leaves that gracefully contrast with its supple crimson stems. This cultivar is exceptionally low-maintenance, exhibiting a natural propensity to branch generously while cascading beautifully from containers. In regions free from frost, it thrives when planted outdoors, either basking in full sunlight or enjoying the gentle embrace of partial sun, serving as an enchanting ground cover. While Portulacaria varieties typically exhibit minimal flowering tendencies in controlled environments, this one occasionally surprises with clusters of delicate, midsummer-blooming purple flowers.

Specifications and Regions

- Native to: South Africa & Swaziland
- Hardiness: Tender soft succulent, susceptible to frost
- Zone: Suitable for zones 10
- Recommended light conditions: Partial Sun
- Bloomtime: Summer
- Bloom Color: Purple 

Watering and Light Recommendations

Indoors: Instead of providing your succulents with small amounts of water throughout the week, it is advisable to thoroughly soak the soil until water drains from the pot's drainage holes. Ensure that any excess water in the saucer is discarded, as succulents prefer not to sit in water. Allow the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

Outdoors: During the summer, water your succulents every two weeks by giving them a deep soak and allowing the soil to dry before watering again. In the winter, watering once a month is sufficient.