Which Polyscias variety to choose?

The Polyscias genus offers a great diversity of foliage shapes and textures. Here is how the Polyscias Fabian stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Polyscias Fabian (this plant): dark purple foliage, shiny round leaves, elegant and sophisticated (95 cm). Luxurious purple version.
• Polyscias Fruticosa: finely cut green foliage, slender and graphic habit (75 cm). Cut green version.
• Polyscias Hawaiiana Ming: very finely cut green foliage, airy lace effect (65 cm). Delicate lace version.
• Polyscias Balfouriana: green foliage variegated with white, elegant round leaves (50 cm). White variegated version.
• Polyscias Roble: cut green foliage, compact and bushy habit. Compact green version.

Why choose the Polyscias Fabian? If you are looking for a Polyscias with unique dark purple foliage and shiny round leaves that bring a touch of sophistication and refinement, the Fabian is the perfect choice. Its purple foliage is unmatched.

Exposure & location

The Polyscias Fabian appreciates bright indirect light to maintain its vibrant purple colors. It tolerates partial shade but prefers a bright exposure to preserve its spectacular hues.

• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sun.
• Ideal: bright living room, office, bedroom, or room with window without direct sun.
• Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate: light, rich, and well-drained, universal potting soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: the brighter the light (without direct sun), the more vibrant the purple reflections. In shade, the leaves become greener.

Watering & care

• Watering: moderate; let the substrate surface dry between waterings.
• Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce to once every 2 weeks in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: enjoys 50-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
• Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
• Size: pinch the stems to encourage branching and a bushier shape.

Polyscias prefers a slightly moist substrate but never waterlogged — avoid excess water that causes leaves to yellow.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its elegant dark purple foliage and shiny round leaves, the Polyscias Fabian brings a touch of refinement and character to your urban jungle. It creates a sophisticated and luxurious focal point.

• To pair with: Ficus, Monstera, Alocasia, Calathea, or other plants with graphic foliage to create an elegant and sophisticated urban jungle.
• Ideal pot: decorative pot in matte ceramic (white, gray, black, terracotta) or woven basket to highlight the purple foliage.
• Atmosphere: perfect as a statement plant in a living room, office, bedroom, or entryway to add a touch of sophistication.

The dark purple foliage creates a luxurious and sophisticated effect that brings a touch of refinement and character to your plant decor.

Verdeia Tips

• Provide it with bright indirect light: to maintain its vibrant purple colors.
• Wipe its shiny leaves regularly: dust dulls their shine and purple highlights.
• Mist the foliage: to enhance its tropical freshness and preserve the brightness of the colors.
• Pinch the stems regularly: to encourage branching and a bushier habit.
• Enjoy its moderate growth: the Polyscias Fabian grows slowly but surely.

A true tropical gem, the Polyscias Fabian brightens the space with its spectacular dark purple foliage and shiny round leaves. An ideal plant to bring sophistication and refinement to your urban jungle.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Polyscias scutellaria 'Fabian'
• Common name: Polyscias Fabian, indoor Aralia with purple foliage, Purple Aralia
• Family: Araliaceae
• Origin: Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia
• Dimensions at delivery: Ø21 × H95 cm
• Adult size: up to 120–150 cm indoors
• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight
• Watering: moderate, allow surface to dry between waterings
• Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity to animals: toxic (saponins)
• Decorative style: Elegant / Sophisticated / Luxurious
• Particularity: elegant dark purple foliage, shiny round leaves, air-purifying plant, easy to care for, moderate growth

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the purple highlights and the density of the foliage naturally vary depending on the growing conditions and the age of the plant.