Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
280796

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 47: 64 (1935 publ. 1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280128

Common Names

  • Polyscias purpurea
  • Purple Polyscias
  • Purple Aralia

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Description

Polyscias purpurea (also called 'Purple 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 purpurea is an ornamental plant that is 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 purpurea 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 purpurea 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 purpurea

Polyscias purpurea is native to Madagascar.

Polyscias purpurea FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Polyscias purpurea?

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

What type of soil does Polyscias purpurea prefer?

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

How much light does Polyscias purpurea need?

Polyscias purpurea 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-162560: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.