Polyscias fruticosa aurea
# 09 Arilia Golden Plant Kingdom: Plantae Clade: Tracheophytes Clade: Angiosperms Clade: Eudicots Order: Apiales Family: Araliaceae Genus: Polyscias Species: P. fruticosa Scientific Name: Polyscias fruticosa aurea Common Names: Ming Aralia, Parsley Aralia, Golden Polyscias Habit: Polyscias fruticosa aurea is a small tree or shrub with a compact, bushy habit, and it can grow up to 6-8 feet tall indoors. Root: The root system of Polyscias fruticosa aurea is fibrous. Stem: The stem is woody, branched, and covered with greenish-brown bark. Leaf: The leaves of Polyscias fruticosa aurea are compound, glossy, and variegated with yellow or golden color. The leaflets are oval, pointed, and arranged in a pinnate pattern. The leaves are 3-4 inches long and 1-2 inches wide. Flower: Hermaphrodite (having both male and female reproductive organs) Calyx: Five sepals, fused at the base Corolla: Five petals, fused to form a tube Androecium: Five stamens, fused to the corolla tube Gynoecium: Two