{"title":"Bonsai Plants in Dubai","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover our collection of miniature bonsai trees, cultivated with care and perfect for adding an artistic, calming element to any space.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dwarf-jade-plant-elephant-bush-15-20-cm","title":"Dwarf Jade Plant - Elephant Bush 15 - 20 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eelephant bush\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003ePortulacaria afra\u003c\/em\u003e) is a fascinating and versatile succulent native to southern Africa—and yes, elephants really do munch on it in the wild 🐘🌿. Here's a full breakdown of what makes this plant so special:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Basic Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePortulacaria afra\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elephant bush, porkbush, spekboom, dwarf jade, small leaf jade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, round, fleshy green leaves on reddish woody stems. There's also a variegated version with cream and green leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors, it can grow up to 15 feet (4.5 m) tall. Indoors, it stays compact and is often used in hanging baskets or as bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-medium pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e🌞 Growing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate direct sun. Outdoors, full sun is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant—let the soil dry out completely between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs well-draining soil like cactus mix to prevent root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited for USDA zones 10–11. Not frost-hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-medium pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e🌸 Flowers \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlooming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces small, star-shaped pink or white flowers in clusters—but flowering indoors is rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trailing stems make it perfect for shelves or hanging planters. Can be pruned and shaped easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍴 Edibility \u0026amp; Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible Leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mildly tart and crunchy due to malic acid. Used in South African cuisine—soups, salads, and even traditional remedies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Favorite:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elephants, goats, and other animals love it, which can lead to overgrazing in its native habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-medium pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e🌿 Bonus Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for its carbon-storing abilities, making it a hero in reforestation and climate efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot a True Jade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Though it resembles jade plants (\u003cem\u003eCrassula ovata\u003c\/em\u003e), it's unrelated—and unlike jade, it's non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Greensouq","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45800190378018,"sku":null,"price":86.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/1786\/0642\/files\/dwarf-jade-plant-elephant-bush-15-20-cm-3472158.jpg?v=1781946216"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/1786\/0642\/collections\/dwarf-jade-plant-elephant-bush-15-20-cm-3472158.jpg?v=1783702961","url":"https:\/\/planthub.ae\/collections\/bonsai-plants-dubai.oembed","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}