Succulents
Elephant's Food
Portulacaria afra
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Elephant's food has adapted to many different conditions, including containers.
The Basics
Type: SucculentsSun: Full Sun, Partial Sun, ShadeHardiness: 25°FWater: LowNative To: South AfricaGrowth
Growth Rate: ModerateMature Height: 3'Mature Width: 4'Mature Form: Sprawling shrubFoliage
EvergreenColor: Medium greenTexture: MediumWildlife
Flowers
Flower Color: PinkSeason: SpringComments
Litter: LowThorns: NoneIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F1568066185f52211c4e9b.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Dave Seibert
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Photo By: Dave Seibert