Polyscias 'Ming Stump'

Name: Polyscias 'Ming Stump'
Brand: House Plant Dropship
SKU: 6_ARALIA_MING.STUMP
Price: 28.99 USD
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The Polyscias fruticosa 'Ming Stump' is an intriguing and characterful houseplant, renowned for its stump-like base and lush, green foliage that extends outward, creating a canopy effect. With an upright and structured growth habit, this plant's leaves radiate beautifully from the central stem. The 'Ming Stump' typically reaches a height of approximately 3-4 feet at full maturity, depending on its growing conditions.

Botanical & Common Names

Botanical: Polyscias fruticosa (formerly Aralia fruticosa)

Common: Ming Stump, Ming Aralia

Necessary Care Tips

Light: Bright Indirect
Ideal Temperature: 60-75°F
Humidity: Medium
Water: When the top 2 inches of soil are dry
Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix

Advanced Care Tips

Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions.
Prune to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged leaves. Can be pruned back hard if it becomes too leggy.

Plant Insights

Member of the Araliaceae family, commonly known as the Aralia or Ivy family, is a diverse family of flowering plants that includes over 1,450 species.
The Polyscias fruticosa is native to the Pacific Islands, including regions like Polynesia and Micronesia.

The Ming Aralia is known for its air-purifying qualities and can help remove pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene from the air.
It's a member of the Araliaceae family and is closely related to ivy.