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Polyscias kikuyuensis
1926Summary
Polyscias kikuyuensis, also called the parasol tree and mutati, is a species of plant in the family Araliaceae. It is endemic to Kenya, where its wood is used to make boxes and similar items. The species is confined to wet upland forest, and is threatened by habitat loss. Including the forests of Cherangani hills, Kenya....read more on Wikipedia.
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What environment does Polyscias kikuyuensis prefer?
| Place | Rain (24h) | Sun | Humidity Hum. | Wind | |
| Loading... | 0.8in | 918umol | 64% | 4mph | |
| Loading... | 1.2in | 12umol | 84% | 9mph | |
| Loading... | 0in | 18umol | 81% | 11mph | |
Natural Habitat
Where does Polyscias kikuyuensis grow?
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