Is the false aralia a woody plant? A brief introduction to the false aralia

Alternative names of the false aralia

Hand tree

Growth habits of the false aralia

The false aralia prefers a warm environment with plenty of light, but it is not tolerant of strong direct sunlight, so care should be taken to avoid strong light. In summer, provide appropriate shade; in other seasons, give it more sun.

The false aralia prefers loose, fertile soil containing organic matter, and the soil must have excellent drainage.

The temperature should be kept at a certain level and remain constant; it must not fluctuate up and down. In winter, it is best to keep it above 5 degrees to prevent the false aralia from suffering cold damage.

The value of the false aralia

The false aralia has great medicinal value; it is also a shrub, with pungent and warm properties. Its medicinal parts are the root and bark, used in measured amounts, mostly to dispel wind and dampness and to relieve cough; it is also suitable for rheumatic joint pain, and it can also be used for wind-cold infections.

The false aralia not only has medicinal value but also great ornamental value. Its form is graceful, especially its leaves, which grow in a radial pattern and are dark green or purplish red, yet bright and vivid. It is suitable for growing in pots indoors, or for decorating halls and venues, etc., for ornamental purposes.