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Aralia Fabian
Polyscias Scutellaria 'Fabian'
Quick Care & Product Information
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Polyscias scutellaria 'Fabian' |
| Other Names | Dinner Plate Aralia, Fabian Aralia |
| Plant Type | Indoor tropical foliage plant |
| Eventual Height | Up to ~2 m indoors over many years |
| Growth Style | Upright tree-like with glossy rounded leaves |
| Light Requirements | Bright, indirect light (avoid harsh direct sun) |
| Watering Needs | Moderate; water when top 1/3 soil dries |
| Well-draining Potting Mix | Yes — use well-draining indoor plant mix |
| Feeding | Fertilize lightly during growing season (~monthly) |
| Pet Friendly? | No — keep away from pets & children |
| Air Purifying | Yes — helps filter indoor air |
| Included Support | Not required — plant is self-supporting |
| Size at Dispatch | Small potted plant ready to grow |
| Care Level | Easy to Moderate — beginner friendly |
A beautiful tree with circular leaves in deep green and maroon!
Aralia Fabian's upward growth habit is ideal for someone looking for scale with limited space. Thanks to its pleasing, regular foliage, this plant is sometimes called 'Dinner Plate Aralia.' The latin name Polyscias derives from Greek, with 'poly' meaning many and the 'scias' translating to shade, in reference to slow growth. Scutellaria' is derived from Latin, translating to 'a small dish, tray or platter", which is in reference to the shape of the calyx. The Fabian releases 97% of the water you give them into the atmosphere, which will help boost the humidity in your home.
- The plant is purifying and humidifying, which makes them ideal for your bed room
- The plant’s impressive foliage promises to improve air quality, filtering out VOCs including formaldehyde, benzene, trichloroethylene and carbon dioxide
- It is a slow growing plant so ideal for a smaller place
- According to Feng Shui, the Aralia Fabian brings warm positive energy
- Perfect plant for a light and bright room with indirect light
- Ideal house plant for a warm home
Aralia Fabian Care Guide
Light
Place the plant in an area with around 2 hours of morning or evening sunlight; be careful with over-exposure as this could scorch the leaves
Water
Once around a third of the soil starts to dry, give the plant a good soak and let the excess water drain; always use lukewarm filtered water as the roots systems can be sensitive to temperature change
Temperature
The ideal temperatures are between 18 and 26 ºC
Feeding
During the growing season, feed it with a house plant fertiliser once every four watering cycles, and once every six to eight in the colder months
Grooming
Propagation: Remove the suckers that form on the main trunk, if you want upward the growth
Soil:Repotting is recommended once every three years using a 'Houseplant' labelled compost and the next sized pot with sufficient drainage
Care
Mist the Aralia Fabian often, up to 3 times a day to avoid pests; if you notice any yellowing, dying leaves or debris, remove them to encourage healthier growth
Aralia Fabian General Information
Origin
Its native to Polynesia as well as India and South America
Blossom
Although Polyscias will produce small clusters of white flowers during spring or summer, it's highly unusual for them to bloom in a domestic environment
Size
Up to 2m in height and 0.7m in width. The ultimate height will take between 5 - 10 years to achieve, with about 8 cm of new growth per season.
Toxicity
Keep away from children and pets
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