Ming Aralia Stump Houseplant, 6-Inch Pot

Ming Aralia Stump (Polyscias fruticosa) brings the look of a miniature tree indoors, with finely divided green foliage above woody stems. Its airy canopy adds delicate texture to a bright room, while the upright stump form makes a distinctive living accent on a sturdy table or plant stand.

Points of interest

• Finely divided, fern-like green leaves create a soft, feathery canopy.
• Woody stems give this tropical shrub a tree-like appearance.
• Can be selectively pruned to maintain a compact shape; this is not a guarantee of a trained bonsai.
• Best suited to a warm, bright location with consistent care rather than frequent moves or cold drafts.

Current and estimated mature size

You receive one rooted Ming Aralia Stump in a 6-inch nursery pot. The source listing estimates current plants at 18–24 inches tall; height, branching, and fullness vary naturally. Under favorable conditions, an unpruned mature plant may reach approximately 6–8 feet over time. Indoor container growth and pruning usually keep it smaller. Photos are representative, not a guarantee of an identical plant.

Optional decorative planters

Style your plant with a White BASEL, Black BASEL, White OSLO, or Black OSLO. These decorative planters are sold separately; the plant ships in its nursery pot. Each has a 6.3-inch opening. Compare your nursery pot's widest outside rim and height before choosing a cover pot, and use a stable surface for this upright plant. BASEL and OSLO have no drainage holes; keep the plant in a removable inner pot with drainage.

Care guide

• Light: Provide bright, filtered or indirect light near a window. Gentle morning sun may be suitable with gradual acclimation; avoid harsh afternoon sun and dim corners.
• Water: Allow the top layer of soil to begin drying, then water thoroughly and let excess water drain. Keep the root zone lightly moist, not soggy, and avoid allowing the entire pot to become bone-dry. Adjust watering to actual soil conditions rather than a fixed schedule.
• Soil: Use an airy, well-draining organic potting mix in a pot with drainage holes. Our Rich Houseplant Soil Blend, sold separately, can be amended with perlite or bark as needed for aeration. Avoid compacted soil and standing water.
• Feeding: Feed lightly during active spring and summer growth. Our 2 oz Slow-Release Fertilizer for Houseplants & Succulents is sold separately. Follow the label for container plants, avoid combining fertilizer schedules, and pause feeding when growth slows or the plant is stressed.
• Temperature: Maintain warm, steady indoor conditions. Protect from cold, especially temperatures below about 60°F, abrupt temperature changes, and heating or air-conditioning drafts, which can contribute to leaf drop.
• Humidity: Moderate to higher humidity is helpful. Use a humidifier when indoor air is dry, with gentle airflow; occasional misting does not provide lasting humidity.
• Maintenance: Remove dead foliage and selectively trim stems with clean tools to maintain shape. Avoid heavy pruning immediately after shipping. Repot only when needed into a modestly larger pot with drainage. Inspect leaf undersides and stems for pests during routine care.
• Cover-pot watering: Remove the nursery pot from the decorative planter before watering. Let it drain fully, empty any collected water, then return it to the cover pot.

Pet safety: Ming Aralia is not considered pet-safe. Keep away from cats and dogs that may chew plants; ingestion can cause irritation or digestive upset.