Polyscias jacobsii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jacobsii
ID:
280745
Status:
valid
Authors:
Philipson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Blumea 24: 171 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280077
Common Names
- Jacobsii Polyscias
- Polyscias Jacobsii
- Polyscias Jacobsi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polyscias jacobsii (also called 'Jacob's 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 jacobsii 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 flower of Polyscias jacobsii is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Polyscias jacobsii 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 jacobsii
Polyscias jacobsii can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Polyscias jacobsii FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Polyscias jacobsii?
Polyscias jacobsii prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
What type of soil is best for Polyscias jacobsii?
Polyscias jacobsii prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
How much light does Polyscias jacobsii need?
Polyscias jacobsii prefers bright, indirect light.
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-162513: Based on the initial data import
William Philipson (1911-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Philipson' in the authors string.