Family: Araliaceae

Genus: Polyscias

Species: scutellaria

Cultivar / variety: Variegata

Sample code: EGY-MBG-000906

Common name: Shield Aralia -Plum Aralia

English name: Aralia Fabian Variegated

Native: Southwest Pacific Islands

Country: Southeast Asia

(PGR): Common

Evergreen shrub grow to 3-4 m at maturity

 Ornamental plant. Indoor plant. Hedges. The leaves and root can be used as an antiseptic and deodorant. Ancient native Indonesians have used shield aralia leaf as a bowl substitute due to its bowl-like shape and tear-resistant properties. In modern Indonesian cuisine shield aralia can be used as fancy food packaging. Shredded shield aralia has aromatic properties that can be mixed with meat or fish to conceal the odor. Bonsai. Polyscias leaf extract is used as a reducing agent and stabilizer in the green synthesis of gold nanoparticles.

Texture: Loam Sandy

Fertility: High

Drainage: Well drained

Salinity: Low

Water Sources: Moderate Water

Climates: Temperate Tropical

Lights: Light shade when young Partial shade Semi shade Sheltered shade Sun Exposure

Propagation: Cuttings

Flowering time: Summer

Zone: 9 : 10

pH range: The plant requires alkaline soil to grow well. Must maintain the pH of the soil within a range of 8 – 8.5. Acidic soil can hamper the plant’s growth and eventually decrease its yield.

Status: Common

Life span: Perennial

Habits: Evergreen Shrub

Sample Type: Introduced - cultivated

Collecting Sources: Botanical garden

Plant Uses: Borders Hedge Ornamental Traditional medicine

Plant Populations density: Cultivated

Vegetation types: Evergreen shrub

pH: Alkaline