Variegated Ming Aralia (Polyscias Fruticosa) Identification and Care

Plant ID

Your plant is Polyscias fruticosa 'Variegata'—variegated Ming aralia. Native to India, evergreen shrub with symmetrical canopy.

Care Summary

• Soil: Loose, well-drained, rich. Mix: 1 part garden soil, 1 part humus, 1 part perlite/sand. Add lime to prevent acidity.
• Light: Bright indirect. Window-facing spot. Artificial light in cold winters.
• Temperature: 60–85°F. Below 60°F causes leaf drop.
• Humidity: Medium to high. Use humidifier in dry air.
• Water: Keep top soil moist between waterings. Reduce in winter.
• Fertilizer: Balanced liquid 3x during growing season. Compost in winter.
• Repotting: Summer only. Handle delicate roots carefully. Same size pot.
• Pests: Spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, scale. Identify before treating.

Can be trained as bonsai—slow growing, prune in spring.