Bristly Sarsaparilla (Aralia Hispida) is a perennial shrub in the Araliaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Aralia hispida is a perennial deciduous shrub native to North America, known for its bristly stems and compound leaves.

Bristly Sarsaparilla

Bristly Sarsaparilla

Aralia Hispida

Aralia hispida is a perennial deciduous shrub native to North America, known for its bristly stems and compound leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bristly Sarsaparilla

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Araliaceae
Genus:Aralia