Schefflera Arboricola 'Umbrella'

Schefflera arboricola (Umbrella Plant)

Add a touch of tropical elegance to your home with the Schefflera arboricola, commonly known as the Umbrella Plant. This versatile and attractive houseplant is perfect for bringing a bit of the outdoors inside.

Features:

• Distinctive Foliage: The Umbrella Plant is known for its glossy, green leaves that radiate out from a central stem, resembling the spokes of an umbrella. Some varieties feature variegated leaves with creamy yellow patterns, adding extra visual interest.
• Air-Purifying: This plant not only beautifies your space but also helps purify the air, making it a healthy addition to your home environment.
• Adaptable Size: Indoors, the Schefflera arboricola typically grows up to 6 feet tall, making it a striking floor plant. Outdoors, in tropical climates, it can reach heights of up to 25 feet.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.
• Water: Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
• Humidity: Thrives in average household humidity but appreciates occasional misting.
• Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix to keep the roots healthy.
• Temperature: Best grown in temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C).

Bring the lush beauty of the tropics into your home with the Schefflera arboricola. Its easy-care nature and striking appearance make it a perfect choice for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts. Create a magical, green oasis in your living space with this enchanting Umbrella Plant!

• Botanical Name: Schefflera Arboricola
  

• Common Names: Dwarf umbrella tree
  

• Description: The Umbrella plant is the dwarf version of the larger Schefflera Acrinophylla native to Taiwan. This evergreen wields very slender stalks with oblong leaves arranged in a circular fashion at the end of each stem.