{"product_id":"portulacaria-afra-variegata","title":"PORTULACARIA AFRA \u0026 VARIEGATA","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover Portulacaria afra variegata, a compact succulent that combines easy care with decorative impact. Its green and cream-striped foliage creates bright contrasts on your shelves, window sills, or desks, adding a modern touch effortlessly. Ideal for beginners and plant enthusiasts alike, this variety offers a chic and easy-to-live-with presence every day.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique variegated foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: cream and green patterns that vary slightly from plant to plant, ensuring a consistently distinctive look.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and adaptable size\u003c\/strong\u003e: perfect indoors, on a window sill, or in a desk arrangement; can be grown as a mini-bonsai over time.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple care requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: drought-tolerant and prefers bright exposures; low-maintenance regarding watering and general care.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy propagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: easily propagated by cuttings, allowing for airy arrangements or sharing with friends.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSustainable cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: well-draining substrate and terracotta pot recommended to prevent water accumulation and promote a healthy root system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCare and Practical Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight and placement\u003c\/strong\u003e: place in a bright area with bright indirect light; avoid cold drafts and total shade.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: let the substrate dry out between waterings; in warm periods, water every 1–2 weeks depending on exposure; reduce further in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate and pot\u003c\/strong\u003e: use a well-draining mix (50–70% sandy substrate or gravel + 30–50% succulent potting mix); favor a terracotta pot to promote evaporation.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: gently remove dead leaves and observe tips to prevent signs of water stress; fertilize lightly in spring and summer with a specific succulent fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting\u003c\/strong\u003e: repot every 2–3 years or when roots become visible, ideally in spring to minimize stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eIdeal for whom and for what uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerfect for confined spaces: windowsills, desks, living room tables, or shelves — it doesn't take up much space while adding character.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeal in terrariums or in compositions of small cacti and succulents: creates graphic associations thanks to its variegated foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCraft choice for miniature bonsai enthusiasts: with regular pruning and shaping, it can evolve into a beautiful tree-like form.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent choice for collectors looking for a fast-propagating and rewarding plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransform your interior with Portulacaria afra variegata: an easy houseplant, aesthetically distinctive, and ready to become the star of your green ambiances. Order today to bring a touch of light and natural freshness into your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LE CACTUS FLEURI","offers":[{"title":"4 GO","offer_id":43534572421179,"sku":"777240200452","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/2527\/2379\/files\/Portulacaria-afra-Pourpier-Pot-25_96542a96-0640-4be5-a513-b9c581656ca5.webp?v=1789060723","url":"https:\/\/botanixcloutier.ca\/en\/products\/portulacaria-afra-variegata","provider":"Centre Jardin Cloutier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}