Aralia japonica

Japanese Aralia

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Ornamental shrub or small tree with large, glossy pinnate leaves. Native to East Asia, prized for architectural foliage and tolerance of lower light conditions indoors.
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Plant Details

Common Name Japanese Aralia
Family Araliaceae
Genus Aralia
Species Japonica
Origin Japan, China, Korea
Blooming Foliage plant; small white umbels appear in late summer outdoors
Leaf Color Dark green to reddish-purple (new growth)
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loam mixed with peat or perlite

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during growing season; reduce watering in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light preferred; avoid scorching direct sun which burns leaves

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from April to September

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Pruning

Prune in spring to maintain shape and remove damaged or yellow foliage

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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