Evergreeness India Rainbow Bush | Portulacaria afra | Medio Picta | Succulent live plant | Indoor home decorating plants | Live small plant | Plant for all indoor spaces | Elephant bush indoor plant

Evergreeness India Midstripe Rainbow Bush- Elephant Bush is a small-leaved succulent plant that is found in South Africa. The plant commonly has a reddish stem and green leaves, which are symbolic of growth and renewal. Nevertheless, Jade plants have long been thought to bring good fortune to their owners. Sunlight & Soil - Natural indirect or artificial bright light is ideal for the growth of jade plant. The soil should have a proper drainage system and it should be porous. Watering - Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Only water the plant when the topsoil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch. The best time to water the plant would be in the morning or evening time. Do not overwater the plant. As a rule of thumb, water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season. Use of Fertilizer - Before adding any fertilizer, always remember to loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture. During the main growing season (January-March), feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month. Water the plant immediately after adding the fertilizer. Plant Protection - Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants. For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.