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Polyscias sambucifolia

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Botanical Name: Common Names:

Polyscias sambucifolia Syn Nothopanax sambucifolius, Panax angustifolius, Elderberry Panax, Ornamental Ash,

Native: Foliage Type:

Yes Evergreen

Plant Type: Plant Habit:

Shrubs, Trees Shrub Like, Upright

Description:

Fast growing native rainforest tree with attractive bluish-green foliage and greenish-yellow panicles followed by blue fruits. Bird attracting. Grows approx. 5-8m H x 1-3m W.

Mature Height: Mature Width:

4-10m 1-2m

Position: Soil Type:

Semi Shade Loam, Well Drained

Landscape Use(s)

Bird Attracting, Coastal Garden, Shady Garden, Native Garden

Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care

Keep moist during dry periods, Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser, Mulch well

Family Name: Origin:

Araliaceae Australia

Characteristics

Foliage Colour: Blue, Grey

Flower Colour: Green, Yellow

Flower Fragrant: No

Flowering Season: Summer

Fruit: Yes

Requirements Tolerances

Growth Rate: Fast

Maintenance Level: Low

Water Usage: Medium / Moderate

Drought: Medium / Moderate

Frost: Tender

Wind: Medium / Moderate

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