Last updated on December 15th, 2024 at 08:32 am
The Fabian Aralia Plant – For indoor decoration. (Polyscias Scutellaria). An amazing plant that can be used as a houseplant for indoor decor. It requires little to moderate watering. It will grow about 3 maybe 4 ft. tall and is a tropical plant, so keep it away from extreme cold and hot weather conditions. The main attraction of this plant is its woody trunk-like look and its glossy thick large leaves.
It likes bright indirect sunlight and lots of humidity so placing it where there is lots of moisture from a bathroom or sunroom is good. Do not place it in full direct light depending on how long it is placed in full sun it will die.
When it comes to Fabian Aralia plant care, one of the most important things to remember is to provide it with the right amount of sunlight.
These plants prefer bright, indirect light, so placing them near a window where they can receive filtered sunlight is ideal. However, be cautious not to expose them to direct sunlight for too long as it may scorch their delicate leaves.
Another key aspect of Fabian Aralia plant care is watering. These plants like to be kept evenly moist, but not soaking wet. It’s best to water them when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Overwatering can lead to root rot and other issues, so it’s important to find the right balance.
When and how much water does the Fabian Aralia want?
You should let the soil dry out before watering again. However, do not wait too long as it will wrinkle and dry out from not enough water. The look and symptoms of not enough water and too much are similar. So what will it look like? The main trunk will look wrinkled, and the leaves will fall quickly.
In its natural habitat, it will grow four 5 ft. tall but as an indoor plant, it rarely grows larger than 3 ft. tall making it an excellent choice specimen to use as an indoor decoration. The Fabian Aralia is poisonous to cats. It makes sense not to have this plant around your home if you have a cat or cats.
The Ming Aralia
Another Aralia that does well in containers is the Ming Aralia. The same care as the Fabian Aralia and will also look great in a Bonsai pot.
Problems with Fabian and Ming Aralia Plants
The Aralia Plants are typically disease and insect-resistant. However, they can develop wilt by over-watering, and spider mites and mealybugs will also attack this plant. A good spray with neem oil will remove these insects but it is important to do this at the onset of insects. Insecticidal soap will also work well. How to use insecticidal soaps.
Overall, taking care of a Fabian Aralia plant requires some attention and effort, but the end result is worth it. With the right amount of sunlight, proper watering, feeding, and pruning, your Fabian Aralia will thrive and become a stunning focal point in your home or office. So get ready to enjoy the beauty and elegance this plant brings into your life!
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Fabian Aralia Plant – For indoor decoration
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