Portulacaria afra - Spekboom Bonsai tree succulent
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This is an extremely popular succulent garden plant which is in use all around the world. It is indigenous to South Africa and often used for bonsai. We can be very proud of this tree as South Africans as it has such amazing properties and benefits.
The leaves are tiny and make very beautiful bonsai's.
It has excellent carbon sequestration values (binding atmospheric carbon to save the planet which is responsible for climate change) It grows naturally in semi-arid landscapes and thicket vegetation. It is also commonly being used for restoration purposes. The plant has small bright glossy, fleshy leaves. With pinkish stems when younger. They get masses of small star shaped pink flowers which create a stunning display. The flowers are a rich source of nectar for many insects. This attracts birds that then feed on the insects. The leaves are edible and seen as a super food, they taste quite sour and tart. So they are often used in making smoothies for the health benefits.
These plants can take more carbon out of the air than any other plant. Help save the planet by planting your succulent spek boom bonsai. This soft semi-wood evergreen shrub can grow up to 4.5m and creates beautiful flowers loved by bees. Easy to care for and make good houseplants. They are also great for landscaping and require very little water. Easy growers, can be propagated by simply taking cuttings and replanting. Drought tolerant and can endure intense heat. Larger plants are frost resistant as they can create their own protection by growing a dense layer of outer leaves to protect themselves. They also make for beautiful bonsai's which are easy to grow and can handle all types of conditions. The semi-wooded stem grows thick and beautiful.
Common names: Porkbush, Elephant's Food (English); Spekboom. Olifantskos (Afrikaans); iNtelezi, isiDondwane, isAmbilane, iNdibili, isiCococo (isiZulu); iGqwanitsha (isiXhosa
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2 - 15 days delivery. We cannot be held responsible for courier delays. We buy in bulk and offer wholesale prices direct to the public to bring the best offers and the lowest prices. We rely on our suppliers for up to date stock lists. On rare occasion there can be stock lists provided that are inaccurate we will then gladly offer an alternative or better deal or your money back in full no questions asked. |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
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You get a full 15 days to return your item to us. If it is in original, unused condition send it back to us and we'll cheerfully refund you every cent. |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
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In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll do our best to beat the competitor's pricing hands-down. |
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We insist that you love everything you buy from us. If you're unhappy for any reason whatsoever, just let us know and we'll bend over backwards to make things right again. |
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Ordering from Seedleme is 100% safe and secure so you can rest easy. Your personal details are never shared, sold or rented to anyone either. |
This is an extremely popular succulent garden plant which is in use all around the world. It is indigenous to South Africa and often used for bonsai. We can be very proud of this tree as South Africans as it has such amazing properties and benefits.
The leaves are tiny and make very beautiful bonsai's.
It has excellent carbon sequestration values (binding atmospheric carbon to save the planet which is responsible for climate change) It grows naturally in semi-arid landscapes and thicket vegetation. It is also commonly being used for restoration purposes. The plant has small bright glossy, fleshy leaves. With pinkish stems when younger. They get masses of small star shaped pink flowers which create a stunning display. The flowers are a rich source of nectar for many insects. This attracts birds that then feed on the insects. The leaves are edible and seen as a super food, they taste quite sour and tart. So they are often used in making smoothies for the health benefits.
These plants can take more carbon out of the air than any other plant. Help save the planet by planting your succulent spek boom bonsai. This soft semi-wood evergreen shrub can grow up to 4.5m and creates beautiful flowers loved by bees. Easy to care for and make good houseplants. They are also great for landscaping and require very little water. Easy growers, can be propagated by simply taking cuttings and replanting. Drought tolerant and can endure intense heat. Larger plants are frost resistant as they can create their own protection by growing a dense layer of outer leaves to protect themselves. They also make for beautiful bonsai's which are easy to grow and can handle all types of conditions. The semi-wooded stem grows thick and beautiful.
Common names: Porkbush, Elephant's Food (English); Spekboom. Olifantskos (Afrikaans); iNtelezi, isiDondwane, isAmbilane, iNdibili, isiCococo (isiZulu); iGqwanitsha (isiXhosa
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2 - 15 days delivery. We cannot be held responsible for courier delays. We buy in bulk and offer wholesale prices direct to the public to bring the best offers and the lowest prices. We rely on our suppliers for up to date stock lists. On rare occasion there can be stock lists provided that are inaccurate we will then gladly offer an alternative or better deal or your money back in full no questions asked. |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
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You get a full 15 days to return your item to us. If it is in original, unused condition send it back to us and we'll cheerfully refund you every cent. |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
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In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll do our best to beat the competitor's pricing hands-down. |
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We insist that you love everything you buy from us. If you're unhappy for any reason whatsoever, just let us know and we'll bend over backwards to make things right again. |
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Ordering from Seedleme is 100% safe and secure so you can rest easy. Your personal details are never shared, sold or rented to anyone either. |
