Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araliaceae

Genus:

Polyscias

Species:

Polyscias scutellaria

USDA Symbol:

POSC10

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

800 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

white, green

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to tropical regions with high humidity