Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fulva
ID:
280728

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Harms

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(8): 45 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280060

Common Names

  • Fulva Polyscias
  • Polyscias Fulva
  • Polyscias Fulv

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Synonyms

  • Panax ferrugineus Hiern [unknown]
  • Panax fulvus Hiern [unknown]
  • Panax nigericus A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Polyscias elliotii Harms [unknown]
  • Polyscias ferruginea (Hiern) Harms [unknown]
  • Polyscias malosana Harms [unknown]
  • Polyscias polybotrya Harms [unknown]
  • Polyscias preussii Harms [unknown]
  • Sciadopanax elliotii (Harms) R.Vig. [unknown]
  • Sciadopanax ferrugineus (Hiern) R.Vig. [unknown]
  • Sciadopanax fulvus (Hiern) R.Vig. [unknown]
  • Sciadopanax malosanus (Harms) R.Vig. [unknown]
  • Sciadopanax polybotrya (Harms) R.Vig. [unknown]
  • Sciadopanax preussii (Harms) R.Vig. [unknown]
  • Botryopanax fulvus (Hiern) Hutch. [unknown]

Description

Polyscias fulva (also called 'Golden Shaving Brush Tree' and 'Cussonia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, upright habit. It is native to the tropical regions of Asia and Australia, and is typically found in rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polyscias fulva is a popular houseplant, often used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage. It is also used to create a hedge or screen, and can be grown in containers. It is also used in bonsai.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Polyscias fulva are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyscias fulva can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Polyscias fulva

Polyscias fulva can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Polyscias fulva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyscias fulva?

Polyscias fulva

What is the common name of Polyscias fulva?

Fulvous Polyscias

What is the natural habitat of Polyscias fulva?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Polyscias genus

Polyscias aculeata, Polyscias acuminata, Polyscias aemiliguineae, Polyscias aequatoguineensis, Polyscias albersiana, Polyscias amplifolia, Polyscias anacardium, Polyscias andraerum, Polyscias ariadnes, Polyscias aubrevillei, Polyscias australiana, Polyscias baehniana, Polyscias balansae, Polyscias balfouriana, Polyscias baretiana, Polyscias belensis, Polyscias bellendenkeriensis, Polyscias bernieri, Polyscias bipinnata, Polyscias boivinii, Polyscias borbonica, Polyscias borneensis, Polyscias botryophora, Polyscias carolorum, Polyscias chapelieri, Polyscias cissiflora, Polyscias cissodendron, Polyscias confertifolia, Polyscias coriacea, Polyscias corticata, Polyscias crenata, Polyscias culminicola, Polyscias cumingiana, Polyscias cussonioides, Polyscias cutispongia, Polyscias dichroostachya, Polyscias dioica, Polyscias elegans, Polyscias farinosa, Polyscias felicis, Polyscias filicifolia, Polyscias floccosa, Polyscias florosa, Polyscias fraxinifolia, Polyscias fruticosa, Polyscias fulva, Polyscias gracilis, Polyscias gruschvitzkii, Polyscias guilfoylei, Polyscias heineana,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-162498: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.