SPECIMEN NO. #120
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Araliaceae
Polyscias fruticosa
Common Name: Ming Aralia
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Inferred from ASPCA: genus 'Polyscias' contains members toxic to dogs and cats. Species-level confirmation pending.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement
2000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
6000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
16°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
55% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
3035652
Native Biogeographical Range
Andaman Is.; Bangladesh; Bismarck Archipelago; Borneo; Caribbean; Caroline Is.; ...