Exposure & location

The Polyscias ‘Ming’ prefers soft, filtered light but tolerates partial shade well. It likes bright spaces without direct sun, where it develops dense and even foliage. Its vertical and balanced growth makes it an excellent choice to structure a corner of a room or a workspace.

• Exposure: indirect light or partial shade.
• Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the delicate leaves.
• Ideal near an east or north-facing window.
• Temperature: between 18 and 25 °C, without cold drafts.
• Suitable for living rooms, offices, or bright entrances.

Verdeia Tip: regularly mist the foliage to maintain a humid atmosphere and preserve the fineness of the leaves.

Watering & maintenance

Easy to care for, the Polyscias ‘Ming’ simply requires regular attention to soil moisture. It prefers slightly moist soil without excess water and a stable environment.

• Water moderately when the top layer of the soil is dry.
• Keep the substrate slightly moist, especially during the growth period.
• In winter, space out watering every 2 to 3 weeks.
• Light pruning in spring to maintain its compact and balanced shape.
• Clean the foliage gently with a damp cloth.

Verdeia tip: place a layer of clay pellets at the bottom of the pot to promote drainage and avoid stagnant water.

Verdeia tips

Elegant and soothing, the Polyscias ‘Ming’ behaves like a true plant sculpture. It thrives in a stable environment, away from temperature fluctuations and drafts.

• Apply a mild fertilizer every 4 to 6 weeks in spring and summer.
• Repot it every 2 years in a light and well-draining substrate.
• To thicken the foliage, pinch young shoots at the beginning of spring.
• Avoid moving the plant frequently: it prefers stability.
• Maintain a gentle humidity with regular misting.

Decor ideas & combinations

The Polyscias ‘Ming’ is a sculptural plant that enhances interior decoration with its lightness and vertical habit. It combines perfectly with other tropical plants to create a balanced and soothing jungle effect.

• Ficus binnendijkii ‘Alii’ — for a tall, vertical jungle effect.
• Calathea Orbifolia — for a contrast of textures and shapes.
• Schefflera Compacta ‘Nora’ — for an elegant tropical composition.
• In a textured planter cover or natural ceramic, it becomes a true living work of art.

Benefits & symbolism

Beyond its exotic beauty, the Polyscias ‘Ming’ is known for its purifying benefits. It improves air quality while bringing balance and visual calm, ideal for living or working spaces.

• Air purifier: naturally filters certain substances present in indoor air.
• Soothing: promotes serenity and concentration.
• Symbolism: balance, longevity and natural elegance.

An exceptional plant, perfect for creating a peaceful and design atmosphere in any urban interior.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Polyscias fruticosa ‘Hawaiiana Ming’
• Common name: Fine-leaved Aralia
• Family: Araliaceae
• Pot diameter: Ø17 cm
• Approximate height: ↕65 cm
• Foliage: Finely cut, dark green and dense
• Habit: Shrubby, upright and light
• Growth: Medium
• Exposure: Indirect light or partial shade
• Watering: Moderate, keep the substrate slightly moist
• Care: Easy, light pruning in spring
• Air purifier: Yes
• Toxicity: Slightly toxic to animals
• Maximum adult size: Up to 1.5 m indoors

Each Polyscias ‘Ming’ features unique foliage: the density and fineness of the leaflets naturally change according to the light and the season.