Balfour Aralia

Balfour Aralia Care

Polyscias scutellaria

Other names: Aralia Balfouriana Plant, Polyscias Balfouriana

What is the plant

Balfour Aralia is a perfect choice for experienced plantoholics who wants to compliment their collection with a tropical plant.

Also known as Dinner Plate Aralia, this plant is native to Africa, Asia, Australia, parts of North and Central America, and South America. It’s famous for its leathery, round leaves ranging from light to dark green.

Polyscias scutellaria doesn’t suit aspiring plant lovers as it’s easy to overwater and get root rot. This plant can grow up to 20 feet (6 m) tall and 13 feet (4 m) wide.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

16°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 11b

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Wait until ½ of the soil dries out before watering your plant. When it becomes cold, you must water Balfour Aralia rare, approximately once a month.
Pruning
You don’t need to prune this plant necessarily to encourage growth but don’t forget to remove dead leaves.
Fertilizer
Feed Polyscias scutellaria with a fertilizer high in nitrogen but always dilute it to ½ the recommended dose.

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Sunlight
Balfour Aralia prefers bright indirect sun so place it on the Eastern or Western windowsill. But it can tolerate partial shade if you don’t overwater it.
Soil
Choose peat-based and well-aerated soil that provides excellent drainage and prevents the plant from root rotting.
Propagation
Stem cuttings are the best way to propagate this plant. If you want to make a new plant, put the stem in water or moist soil and ensure that it stands in a warm place, above 70°F (21°C).

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Temperature
This plant loves primary household temperatures between 65-80°F (18-26°C). Balfour Aralia can stunt its growth or die at lower temperatures, so it is not suitable for growing outdoors.
Container
Balfour Aralia loves small pots with drainage holes. Such containers help the soil to dry out quickly. At the same time, the material of the pots does not matter.
Fun fact
We can identify Balfour Aralia as a poisonous plant so keep it away from pets and children.