Plerandra elegantissima aka False Aralia

With a bit of knowledge and dedication, you can successfully care for False Aralia, making it a rewarding choice for those seeking a moderate challenge.

False Aralia should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

False Aralia loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the False Aralia prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

During the wintertime, it is common for False Aralia plants to go dormant and their growth rate may slow down. Therefore, the amount of waterings should be spaced out more.

False Aralia is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.

The False Aralia is not in need of supplementary humidity. Most water is taken in by plants through their roots, thus soil watering is the most efficient way to provide humidity to your plants.

The False Aralia should be repotted either when it doubles in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing new potting soil with all the vital nutrients annually is enough to support the growth of the plant, and thus, there is no need for fertilizer. Remember that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.

False Aralia’s native range is Southwest Pacific.

If you provide your False Aralia with adequate amounts of sunlight and water, it will bloom.