Leaf drop can also be a sign of underwatering.

Nov 14, The first sign of overwatering is swollen and discolored leaves.

Slowly increase the time you leave the bush out in the sun over a couple of weeks.

If you spot these changes in your Elephant Bush, simply replant it in fresh soil and remove any rotten roots. Leaf drop can also be a sign of underwatering. Not getting enough water can cause leaves of Elephant Bush to dry out and eventually fall treelop.buzzted Reading Time: 4 mins.

Portulacaria afra, commonly known as Elephant Bush or Elephant Food, is known and used around the world as a succulent garden shrub and as a bonsai treelop.buzz is a perfect addition to your indoor or outdoor succulent garden.

It is also known as Dwarf Jade or Miniature Jade, but it is not related to Crassula treelop.buzz leaves are small, rounded, green to yellowish, and succulent, held on red stems.

Dec 4, - Overwatering is the primary cause of failure in Elephant Bush because it invites fungal rot disease. The leaves of the overwatered plant.

If you suddenly move your Elephant Bush from the warmer area to cooler one and the opposite, the plant may react by shriveling and dropping leaves eventually.

Jul 31, Leaf drop occurs when the leaves of the elephant bush fall off of the stem suddenly. This happens because the roots at the bottom of the plant have Estimated Reading Time: 6 mins. Jun 06, either way, im learning that fussy plants most likely aren't for me until i become more of a seasoned plant owner.

but the elephant bush is really a beautiful plant. and also, im new to this forum for plants so im not sure about all the things the site provides but now that i know it's out there i will definitely check out the growers guide you.

Dec 17, Leaf drop can also occur if the elephant bush is underwatered. Not enough water causes the leaves to dry up and sometimes drop off. Elephant bushes should be.