Polyscias scutellaria (Shield Aralia) - Image 4

Botanical names: Polyscias scutellaria, Polyscias balfouriana, Polyscias pinnata

Common names: Shield Aralia, Dinner Plate Aralia

Family: Araliaceae

Origin: Africa to the Pacific Islands

Plant with caudexPlant used for bonsaiSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterOrnamental foliage
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Polyscias scutellaria (Shield Aralia) green and cream leaves on a plant, close up.
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