Description
Portulacaria afra ‘Variegata Pink’ is a delightful variegated form of the popular mini-jade plant, celebrated for its soft pastel margins and naturally blushing pink tones. Its small, round leaves display a beautiful mix of creamy white, light green, and rosy pink—colors that intensify with bright light and gentle stress. The plant’s reddish stems add even more contrast, making it a showpiece in any succulent arrangement or bonsai-style display.
This beautiful selection is hardy, fast-growing, and easy to maintain, making it ideal for collectors who appreciate vibrant color combinations and structured, upright growth. Grown with care in our Nilgiris greenhouse, every plant is nurtured for optimal tagging, variegation, and healthy branching before shipping.
Plant Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Portulacaria afra ‘Variegata Pink’ |
| Common Name | Pink Variegated Mini-Jade |
| Plant Type | Succulent |
| Origin | Cultivar selection |
| Growth Habit | Upright, branching, bonsai-friendly |
| Leaf Shape & Color | Small round leaves with creamy variegation and soft pink edges |
| Stems | Reddish to deep pink stems providing striking contrast |
| Coloration | Pink intensifies under bright light or mild stress |
| Flowering | Fine clusters of tiny pinkish flowers (rare in cultivation) |
| Light Requirement | Bright, indirect or filtered sunlight |
| Watering Needs | Water sparingly; allow soil to dry completely between watering |
| Soil Type | Fast-draining succulent or cactus mix |
| Size at Maturity | Can grow 12–36 inches depending on training |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
| Special Features | Strong variegation, blush pink tones, bonsai potential |
Basic Care Instructions
| Care Aspect | Guidelines |
|---|---|
| Light | Bright, filtered light enhances variegation and pink margins. |
| Watering | Water thoroughly and let the soil dry fully before the next session. |
| Soil | Use a gritty, well-draining mix. |
| Fertilization | Feed lightly during active growth with diluted succulent fertilizer. |
| Pests | Check occasionally for mealybugs; treat early if found. |
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