{"product_id":"spekboom-portulacaria-afra","title":"Spekboom (Portulacaria afra)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAcQAA\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAICxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpekboom (Portulacaria afra) – Elephant Bush, 100% Reptile-Safe \u0026amp; Edible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpekboom, also known as Elephant Bush or Dwarf Jade, is a proudly South African succulent with small, round, emerald-green leaves on reddish-brown woody stems. It is completely non-toxic for reptiles and one of the most popular live plants for enclosures and outdoor tortoise pens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA natural food source:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tortoises and bearded dragons can safely graze on the leaves, which are juicy, hydrating, and rich in vitamin C. Some tortoises love them, others may need a little convincing due to their slightly tangy scent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for arid enclosures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A sturdy succulent that thrives in warm, dry conditions and bright light, spekboom handles heat lamps with ease and provides excellent climbing structure and cover for desert-dwelling reptiles like leopard geckos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare guide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_ul_1thwv_191\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight: Full sun or semi-shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater: Only water once the soil has dried out completely to prevent root rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Well-drained soil is essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As with most commercially grown plants, we recommend washing the plant thoroughly and re-potting into pesticide-free soil before placing it in your pet's enclosure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Coastal Pets - JayD's Potz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67870739103976,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0328\/5752\/2307\/files\/b68b71ec-490c-4b0e-b1b0-626705a31042.png?v=1791711386","url":"https:\/\/coastalpets.co.za\/products\/spekboom-portulacaria-afra","provider":"Coastal Pets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}