Mild Aralia (Brassaiopsis mitis) - Primeval Look for Partial Shade
€11,00
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Mild Aralia (Brassaiopsis mitis) - Primeval Look for Partial Shade
€11,00
Pickup available at Bei der Kirche 3
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Spectacular, architectural, and a real insider tip: Brassaiopsis mitis, also known as the Mild Ray Aralia, brings the ultimate tropical feeling directly to you. With its giant, deeply lobed leaves resembling colossal hands or snowflakes, this Araliaceae species is a true eye-catcher. Although it looks like it stepped right out of a prehistoric world, this Asian forest plant is hardier than you think and an absolute highlight for any lover of exotic rarities.
Scope of delivery: One young plant in a 9cm pot (5-10cm).
Profile: The most important facts at a glance
| Feature | Description |
| Botanical Name | Brassaiopsis mitis |
| Common Name | Mild Ray Aralia |
| Growth Habit | Upright, tree-like or shrub-like with an umbrella-shaped crown; often spiny when young |
| Leaf Color & Shape | Huge, deeply incised, hand-shaped leaves in rich green |
| Temperature | Moderately warm in summer; tolerates brief frost, ideal for overwintering at 5 to 10 °C |
| Special Features | Architectural structural plant, absolute rarity with an extreme jungle look |
| Location Requirements | Partial shade to light shade; humus-rich, moist, but well-drained substrate |
A touch of Jurassic Park for your home
The undisputed highlight of the Mild Ray Aralia is its spectacular foliage. The deeply lobed leaves can reach considerable sizes as they mature, giving the plant an incomparable, primeval elegance. This dense canopy is supported by strong shoots, which can be covered with distinctive spines, especially when young. As an architectural structural plant, it forms the perfect centerpiece in your collection and immediately brings a dramatic, exotic atmosphere.
Choosing a location and proper care
As a native of Asian mountain forests, Brassaiopsis mitis loves partial shade. You should definitely avoid direct midday sun, as the huge leaves can quickly burn. The soil should be nutrient-rich, humusy, and well-drained. Keep the soil evenly moist, but be sure to avoid waterlogging – the fleshy roots do not tolerate it at all. A light layer of mulch on the soil helps retain moisture and simulate the perfect forest climate.
Wintering and cold tolerance
Despite its extremely tropical appearance, this species originates from the Himalayan mountain regions and boasts surprising cold tolerance: the plant can withstand brief periods of frost. Older, well-established specimens can even survive light frosts outdoors in very mild regions with strong winter protection. Even if young plants can handle short frost spikes, I recommend a cool and bright place for safe overwintering (e.g., a winter garden or a bright stairwell at approx. 5 to 10 degrees Celsius). It is completely normal for leaves to drop in winter. The plant enters a dormant phase during the cold season and sprouts anew in spring. During this time, you should significantly reduce watering and allow the substrate to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot. Fertilizer is not necessary during the winter break.