Ming Aralia. An attractive foliage plant with long feathery leaves and a twisted stem. Max Height 1.6m. Max Spread 80cm. Flowers June to July. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 60°F / 15°C. Harmful if eaten/skin irritant.
Polyscias fruiticosa
An attractive foliage plant with long feathery leaves and a twisted stem
Additional information
| Generic | Polyscias |
|---|---|
| Species | fruiticosa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Ming Aralia |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.6m |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Spread | 80cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 60°F / 15°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten/skin irritant |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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