This is a One-Of-A-Kind Dwarf Mini Jade
Dwarf Mini Jade, and scientifically known as the Portulacaria Afra, is a favorite among elephants when dinner time rolls around.
It's commonly known as the "Elephant Bush" and is a popular choice for bonsai enthusiasts. This succulent shrub, native to South Africa, features small, round, green leaves that resemble the appearance of a miniature jade plant.
Features:
- This Bonsai is 16" tall, measured from the Table to the top of tree.
- The spread is 9"
- It ships in a 7" unglazed ceramic pot
- Pictures take on September 5, 2024.
- Ships from our Massachusetts Nursery
The trunk of the Portulacaria afra bonsai is often thick and sturdy, with a distinctive reddish-brown bark that adds visual interest. The branches are well-suited for shaping and wiring, allowing for the creation of intricate and artistic designs. The plant is known for its ability to develop a thick, gnarled appearance over time, adding character to the bonsai.
One of the remarkable features of the Portulacaria afra is its ability to store water in its leaves, making it well-suited to arid conditions. This characteristic contributes to its resilience as a bonsai, as it can withstand periods of drought and recover well with proper care.
The Jade has been nicknamed “The Elephant Plant” due to its symbiotic relationship with the world’s largest land mammal. As the elephants strip the leaves and cause general destruction during feeding frenzies, the fallen broken branches of the Jade propagate and within a few weeks the fleshy emerald leaves have grown back for more.
As you can see from the pictures, the foliage is “tight” on these trees from a lot of pruning.
This Jade Bonsai couldn’t be more stunning or simpler to maintain.
The tree you see is the tree you'll receive.
Love the Dwarf Jade, but in different shape or style? Take a look at our Jade Bonsai Trees or Beginner Bonsai Trees Selection.
Learn More: Caring for the Dwarf Jade Bonsai Tree
*** This is an expensive Bonsai. We've likely been watering, fertilizing, pruning, and weeding this tree for a long time. Once this tree leaves our facility, watering, fertilizing, etc is beyond our control. If you buy this bonsai, we assume you're a responsible person and that you know what you are purchasing. THEREFORE - The Buyer acknowledges and agrees that Bonsai Outlet makes no warranties once the Product leaves our nursery. All One-Of-A-Kind Trees are listed AND sold “as is”. Sales are considered final. No refunds or exchanges will be offered in any instance. Bonsai Outlet assumes no responsibility for the health and welfare of the products after they leave our nursery. Please ask care questions prior to buying, if you are unsure.
