Arius (Podocarpus Costalis) is a perennial tree in the Podocarpaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Podocarpus costalis is a shrubby tree or small tree native to parts of the Philippines and Taiwan, growing primarily in wet tropical biomes.