Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philipsonii
ID:
280790

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bernardi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Ber. Schweiz. Bot. Ges. 76: 377 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280122

Common Names

  • Polyscias philipsonii
  • Philipson's Polyscias
  • Philipson Polyscias

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Synonyms

  • Polyscias fraxinifolia Philipson [illegitimate]

Description

Polyscias philipsonii (also called Philipson's Aralia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in dry woodlands and thickets. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves with toothed margins. The leaves are divided into leaflets, which are further divided into smaller leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Polyscias philipsonii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and low maintenance requirements. The plant is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyscias philipsonii can be propagated from stem cuttings. Place the cuttings in a container filled with moist soil and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root in a few weeks. Once the roots are established, the plant can be transplanted to a larger pot or into the garden.

Where to Find Polyscias philipsonii

Polyscias philipsonii is native to Madagascar.

Polyscias philipsonii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Polyscias philipsonii?

Polyscias philipsonii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What type of soil does Polyscias philipsonii prefer?

Polyscias philipsonii prefers a well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0

How much light does Polyscias philipsonii need?

Polyscias philipsonii 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-162555: Based on the initial data import
Luciano Bernardi (1920-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bernardi' in the authors string.