Ming aralia care

Polyscias fruticosa needs bright light with no direct sun. Check the soil before you water.

This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.

Care at a glance

Botanical name: Polyscias fruticosa
Other names: Ming tree, Parsley aralia
Light: Bright light, no direct sun. Put it in bright, indirect light, such as near an east window.
Soil check: Every 5 to 9 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
Humidity: Medium humidity
Feeding: Feed once a month in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.

How does the soil feel 2 to 3 cm below the top?

Push a finger 2 to 3 cm into the soil. Feel if it is dry, damp or wet.

Dry: no soil sticks to your finger. Water the plant.
Damp: a little soil sticks to your finger. It feels cool. Do not water yet.
Wet: soil sticks to your finger and feels soggy, or you see water. Do not water. Check the drainage.

Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.

Use a light potting soil with some perlite. The mix must drain well.

Leaf drop often follows a move, a draft or dry soil. Keep the plant in one warm place.
Fine webs under the leaves show spider mites. Wash the leaves and raise humidity.
Cut long stems back in spring. This makes the plant fuller.
Do not let the soil stay wet. Wet roots cause yellow leaves.

We do not know if this plant is safe for pets. Keep it away from pets and children.