Polyscias fruticosa aurea

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 # 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 carpels, superior ovary, and a single style with two stigmas

Fruit: Drupe, with two seeds

The flowers of Polyscias fruticosa aurea are not particularly showy, but rather small and inconspicuous. They are usually greenish-white in color and arranged in umbels. The plant is primarily grown for its attractive foliage.

Caring:
  • Polyscias fruticosa aurea prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions.
  • It prefers well-draining soil and should be watered when the top inch of soil feels dry.
  • The plant benefits from occasional pruning to maintain its shape and promote bushy growth.
  • Polyscias fruticosa aurea can be propagated from stem cuttings.
Significance:
  • Polyscias fruticosa aurea is valued for its striking foliage, which features golden-yellow variegation.
  • It is often used as an indoor plant or as a specimen plant in gardens and landscapes.
  • Polyscias fruticosa aurea is believed to have air-purifying properties, making it a popular choice for improving indoor air quality.
Economical importance:

  • Polyscias fruticosa aurea is primarily grown for ornamental purposes, and is not a significant crop for commercial use or economic importance.
  • However, the popularity of the plant in landscaping and indoor decoration has led to its widespread availability in the horticultural trade.



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