Plants in family araliaceae
Fatsia japonica
Fatsia japonica is an evergreen plant native to southern Japan and Korea, known for its variegated white and medium green foliage. It can brighten shady patio areas and complements white-flowering plants. The plant features glossy, deeply lobed leaves and can grow up to 15 feet tall in warmer climates. In November, it produces small white flowers followed by blue fruit. Fatsia japonica is effective at removing gaseous formaldehyde from indoor air, making it a beneficial houseplant. It is hardy in various climates and has become naturalized in some areas outside its native range.
Hedera helix f. helix
Hedera helix f. helix is an evergreen perennial with variegated foliage of dark green and creamy white leaves. It grows best when attached to a structure and prefers well-draining soil rich in organic matter. This ivy is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 4-11.
Hedera helix 'Teardrop'
Hedera helix 'Teardrop' is a fast-growing, large-leafed evergreen vine with glossy, tear drop-shaped dark green leaves. It is known for its moderate to easy care requirements and ability to trail, climb, and cascade, making it ideal for use as a screen or ground cover. This ivy is suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings, thriving in low light conditions. Its attractive foliage and vigorous growth make it a popular choice for adding greenery to various spaces.
Fatshedera lizei 'Angyo Star'
Fatshedera lizei 'Angyo Star' is a unique man-made hybrid combining the characteristics of fatsia and hedera. Originating from Japan, this plant features thick, sweet-gum shaped leaves with a rich green color and a wide creamy-white border. It grows in a semi-upright, free-form manner and is relatively slow-growing. 'Angyo Star' is ideal for adding a touch of elegance to shaded garden areas or as a houseplant.
Hydrocotyle tripartita
Hydrocotyle tripartita is a versatile aquatic plant known for its clover-shaped, bright green leaves. It forms compact bushes and is suitable for foreground, midground, or background placement in aquariums. This fast-growing plant thrives in moderate to high lighting and slightly acidic to neutral water. It propagates through runners and requires frequent trimming to maintain its dense carpet-like appearance.
Panax japonicus
Panax japonicus is a rare woodland plant with 2-foot tall stalks emerging from knobby white rhizomes. It features palmate leaves and non-descript white flowers that develop into fruit heads changing from green to red to black. This species may require a mate to produce seeds and is known for its unique reproductive characteristics.
Polyscias scutellaria
Polyscias scutellaria is an evergreen shrub with dark green leaves and a strong woody trunk, native to the Tropical Pacific Islands. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor growth. This plant is often used as a bonsai due to its vertical growth habit.
Aralia racemosa
Aralia racemosa, native to the US mountains and central regions, is a herbaceous plant resembling a giant aruncus. It features giant pinnate foliage and upright stalks with panicles of white flowers that turn into purple berries. Preferring moist sites, this ornamental plant grows 1 to 2 meters tall and thrives in shady areas across most of the eastern United States.
Hedera helix 'Green California'
This plant has deep green colored foliage with no variegation and is known for being a fast-growing arrangement or ground cover. It is an easy-to-grow vining plant.
Polyscias fruticosa
Polyscias fruticosa, known for its ferny leaves and bonsai-like contorted stems, is a low-maintenance plant that can reach up to 6 feet tall. It prefers bright, indirect light and can handle light shade, making it ideal for indoor settings. This plant is toxic to humans and pets if ingested, so caution is advised.
Aralia 'Green'
Aralia 'Green' is a tropical evergreen shrub native to the Pacific Islands, known for its delicate, fern-like foliage and slender stems. It features dark green leaves composed of small, thread-like leaflets and can grow up to 10 feet in its natural habitat. This plant prefers bright, indirect light and moderate watering, making it suitable for indoor environments.
Hydrocotyle tripartita 'Mini'
Hydrocotyle tripartita 'Mini' is a dwarf aquatic plant with clover-shaped, bright green leaves. It forms compact bushes and is used in aquascaping for foreground carpets. This plant thrives in moderate to high lighting and has a medium growth rate.
Hedera helix 'Gold Child'
Hedera helix 'Gold Child' is an evergreen climber with medium-sized, lustrous leaves that are gray-green with bright gold margins. This fast-growing and easy-to-grow plant is ideal for adding vertical interest to gardens or as a houseplant.
Fatsia japonica 'Spider's Web'
This plant features green and white variegated foliage and clusters of white flowers in late autumn, followed by glossy black berries. It is a slow grower, reaching up to 5 feet tall and wide, and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It thrives in partial to full shade and is resistant to diseases and pests.
Heptapleurum arboricola 'Variegata'
Heptapleurum arboricola 'Variegata' is a dwarf variety of the umbrella plant, featuring compound leaves with 7-9 leaflets. It tolerates a range of conditions, preferring bright indirect light and moderate humidity. This plant is easy to care for, requiring the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Aralia 'Ming Stump Plant'
Aralia 'Ming Stump Plant' is an evergreen shrub with rich green leaves, native to India and the tropical Pacific Islands. It thrives in brightly lit indoor areas and warmer climates, making it a popular choice for bonsai and vertical growth up to 8 feet.
Hedera nepalensis
Hedera nepalensis is an evergreen ivy native to Nepal and Bhutan, known for its dark green, glossy leaves with silvery grey venation. It grows up to 30 meters in height and produces yellow flowers from October to April. This plant is frost-resistant and suitable as a ground cover or decorative climber.
Hydrocotyle leucocephala 'Variegata'
Hydrocotyle leucocephala 'Variegata' is a hybrid Brazilian Pennywort with rapid growth and vibrant variegated leaves. It thrives in medium to high lighting and benefits from CO2 supplementation, making it ideal for aquariums.
Hydrocotyle leucocephala
Hydrocotyle leucocephala, commonly found in South American wetlands, is a versatile aquarium plant with half-dollar-like leaves. It is undemanding and fast-growing, capable of creating a carpeting effect with frequent trimming. This plant thrives in moderate light and requires CO2 for optimal growth.
Cussonia spicata
Cussonia spicata, native to Sub-Saharan Africa, is an evergreen tree favored by wild elephants. It can grow up to 40 feet tall with a rounded canopy and brilliant green leaves. The tree blooms in spring and summer with green and white flowers and is used in traditional African medicine. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.
Aralia balfouriana
Aralia balfouriana is an easy-to-care-for plant originating from Asia, with long pointed leaves and multiple leaflets. It can be grown indoors or outdoors, enjoying plenty of sunlight and requiring enough soil to spread its roots. This plant is ideal for those seeking a low-maintenance addition to their collection.
Aralia cordata
Aralia cordata, also known as Udo, is a deciduous perennial native to Asia, reaching up to 8 feet tall and wide. It features large, pinnately-compound leaves and produces tiny white flowers followed by small purple berries. Known for its edible shoots, this plant is deer resistant and attracts pollinators. It thrives in rich, moist soils and can tolerate freezing temperatures, dying back in winter and regrowing in spring.
Aralia 'Bianca'
Aralia 'Bianca' is a tropical evergreen shrub native to the Pacific Islands, featuring thin, serrated leaves with green centers and yellow edges. It thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it a popular choice for its delicate, fern-like foliage. This plant can reach up to 10 feet in its natural habitat.
Aralia continentalis
Aralia continentalis is a deciduous plant with tropical green foliage, growing up to 4 feet tall. It produces small white flowers in late summer, which are followed by black fruit. This plant is native to regions such as Mt. Sorak and is adaptable to various garden settings, providing a lush, exotic appearance.
Hedera helix 'Glacier'
Hedera helix 'Glacier' is a popular variegated ivy with green and white striping. This versatile plant can thrive in a range of light conditions, from sun to shade, making it a great choice for various garden settings. Its attractive foliage adds interest to both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Hedera helix 'Kolibre'
Hedera helix 'Kolibre' is a climbing, evergreen shrub with small, triangular, cream-marked grey-green leaves. It is fast-growing and serves as an excellent screen or ground cover, thriving in low light and acting as an air purifier.
Schefflera 'Variegated'
Schefflera 'Variegated' is a dwarf tropical indoor plant native to Taiwan, characterized by its slender stalks and oblong leaves with yellow splashes. This easy-care plant thrives in bright light and can be grown in various pot sizes, making it versatile for indoor spaces. Its variegated foliage adds a touch of color and interest, making it a popular choice for plant enthusiasts.