Which Polyscias variety to choose?

The Polyscias genus offers several varieties of indoor Aralia, each with its own foliage and habit characteristics. Here is how the Polyscias Hawaiiana 'Ming' stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Polyscias Hawaiiana 'Ming' (this plant): very graphic fine and cut foliage, slender and airy habit, delicate and sophisticated appearance, unique feathery texture. Perfect for a spectacular graphic and contemporary effect.
• Polyscias Roble: shiny deep green rounded leaves, compact and dense habit, miniature zen tree silhouette, elegant and refined appearance. For a classic minimalist and calming style.
• Polyscias Fabian: spectacular rounded burgundy-purple leaves, compact and bushy habit, luxurious and colorful appearance. To bring a bold and sophisticated touch of color.
• Polyscias Balfouriana: round variegated green and cream leaves, airy and light habit, bright and delicate appearance. Perfect to gently brighten up an interior.

Why choose the Polyscias Hawaiiana 'Ming'? If you are looking for a spectacular and unique Polyscias with finely cut ultra-graphic foliage, the 'Ming' is the perfect choice. Its delicate and sophisticated appearance with its feathery texture creates a spectacular and contemporary visual effect that other varieties cannot offer. It is the most graphic and architectural variety of all.

Exposure & location

The Polyscias Hawaiiana 'Ming' enjoys bright indirect light to partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight which can burn its delicate foliage.

• Exposure: bright indirect light to partial shade.
• Ideal: living room, office, entrance or bright room without direct sunlight.
• Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without cold drafts.
• Substrate: light and well-drained, universal potting soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: avoid moving the plant frequently; it prefers stability.

Watering & care

• Watering: moderate; let the substrate surface dry out between waterings.
• Frequency: about every 7-10 days in spring-summer, reduce in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and clay pebbles at the bottom.
• Humidity: enjoys 50-60% humidity, regularly mist the foliage.
• Fertilizer: once every 4-6 weeks in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
• Pruning: light pruning in spring to maintain its compact and balanced shape.

Polyscias hates stagnant water — prefers slight underwatering over excess moisture.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its finely cut foliage and slender shape, the Polyscias Hawaiiana 'Ming' adds a graphic and sculptural touch to your urban jungle. It creates an airy and sophisticated focal point.

• To pair with: Ficus binnendijkii 'Alii', Calathea Orbifolia, Schefflera, Dracaena, or other tropical plants to create an elegant urban jungle.
• Ideal pot: decorative pot in natural ceramic, light concrete, rattan, or recycled plastic to showcase its sculptural form.
• Ambiance: perfect as a statement plant in a living room, an office for a zen touch, or an entryway to welcome with elegance.

Place it near an ambient lamp to highlight its delicate foliage and balanced shapes.

Verdeia Tips

• Easy to care for — perfect for beginners.
• Air-purifying plant — improves indoor air quality.
• Avoid sudden temperature changes and drafts.
• Regularly mist the foliage to maintain a fresh appearance.
• Gently clean the leaves with a damp cloth.
• Repot every 2-3 years in spring in a light and well-draining substrate.
• Pinch young shoots in spring to thicken the foliage.
• Average growth — patience to see the plant develop.
• Slightly toxic — avoid ingestion, keep out of reach of animals.
• If the leaves yellow, reduce watering — it is often a sign of overwatering.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Polyscias fruticosa 'Hawaiiana Ming'
• Common name: Polyscias Hawaiiana 'Ming', fine-leaved Aralia
• Family: Araliaceae
• Origin: tropical regions of Asia and the Pacific
• Dimensions at delivery: Ø17 × H65 cm
• Adult size: up to 120–150 cm indoors
• Exposure: bright indirect light to partial shade
• Watering: moderate, let the surface dry between waterings
• Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity for animals: slightly toxic (avoid ingestion)
• Decorative style: Contemporary / Graphic / Urban jungle / Zen
• Particularity: spectacular finely cut foliage, airy sculptural form, air-purifying plant, unique feathery texture

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The density and fineness of the foliage naturally vary according to light and growing conditions.