Elephant Tree is named for its grayish shine and gnarled, bumpy trunk and it makes an unusual subject for bonsai culture. Its thickened trunk, known as a caudex, develops quickly and a beautiful specimen can be grown in several years. This Madagascar native has arching branches covered with fine green succulent foliage. Prune back the out-reaching branches periodically to maintain its shape. In the wintertime, grow drier and in the summer increase water, especially when young. Easy to grow. This is a larger plant in a tree pot.
Hardiness Zone | 10 |
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Sun Requirement | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Grows to | 1- 3' |
Minimum Temperature Indoors | 60 |
Plant Type | Easy Grower |