Elephant Tree, Operculicarya Decaryi
Botanical Name: Operculicarya decaryi
Common Names: Jabily, Elephant Tree
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About
Bring a touch of the outdoors into your home with the Operculicarya Decaryi houseplant. Also known as the Elephant Tree, this unique houseplant adds a unique texture and an interesting visual element to any room. With its narrow trunks and tiny, shiny green leaves, this houseplant is sure to be a conversation starter.
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers bright direct light. Tolerates bright indirect light. Growth will slow in lower light conditions.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers consistent but moderate watering. Tolerates occasional dryness. Will not tolerate excessive watering.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Though they can tolerate some forgetfulness, repeated dry outs can cause stress. Sustainably sourced peat moss and perlite will ensure that the root system has consistent access to moisture but bears no risk of root rot thanks to excellent drainage properties.
Moisture Retention
Fast Drying
Retentive
Drainage Speed
Slow
Fast
