ARALIA Araliaceae.

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	False Aralia Originates from New Caledonia. It has been recognized by several different names in the past and this can be confusing. It is keeping its common name but is now classed as a schefflera.

Most houseplants need a common sense approach + TLC. The information at the beginning of Houseplants is suitable for the majority of plants, for special requirements see below.
Special Care	The plant will never need a pot bigger than about 12 ins as it is very slow growing.
Other Varieties
Temperature	min15 - 21maxC
Disease/Pests	It is prone to Scale insect, Mealy bug, Root Mealy bug and aphids.
Appearance	Long thin dark green, almost black leaves. Overall appearance of being sparse and spiky.
Height	7 ft/2.1ms. As a houseplant it might not reach this size.
Growing Position	Out of direct sunlight but in a light part of the room.
Water and Feed	Keep moist and feed diluted organic through the summer.
Propagation and soil	Not easy to take cuttings, if you are dedicated it might be worth a try.
Flowering Time
Spring/Summer
Autumn/Winter

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