Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
armata
ID:
256884

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex G.Don) Seem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 6: 134 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256216

Common Names

  • Armata Aralia
  • Devil's Walking Stick Aralia
  • Hercules Club Aralia

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Synonyms

  • Aralia tengyuehensis C.Y.Wu [unknown]
  • Aralia thomsonii glabrescens C.Y.Wu [unknown]
  • Panax armatus Wall. ex G.Don [unknown]

Description

Aralia armata (also called Aralia armata, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to China and Japan. It has a large, upright growth habit and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, temperate forests at elevations of up to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Aralia armata has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aralia armata has white flowers with green spots. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aralia armata is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method of propagation. Divide the plant in spring or early summer and replant in a new location. Seeds can be collected in late summer and sown in the fall. Germination is slow and erratic, so patience is required.

Where to Find Aralia armata

Aralia armata can be found in the forests of eastern North America, from Minnesota to Maine.

Aralia armata FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Aralia armata?

Aralia armata prefers temperatures between 18-22°C (64-72°F)

What kind of light does Aralia armata need?

Aralia armata prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Aralia armata be watered?

Aralia armata should be watered once a week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Species in the Aralia genus

Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana, Aralia soratensis,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References