Botanical Name: Schefflera arboricola
Common Name: Dwarf schefflera Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape multi-stemmed, upright, dense plant with dark-green, umbrella-like foliage; branches somewhat angular and spreading Height 6-8' (to 20') Spread 3-4' (to 25') Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure in/outdoor medium to bright light indoors; part shade outdoors Soil prefers a rich, well-drained soil Hardiness likes warm temperatures, high humidity Morphology: Leaves alternate, palmately compound 7-12 leaflets; leaflets elliptical to 3" long, dark green, on petioles to 6" long Flowers clusters of yellow-green flowers at branch tips Fruit round, orange drupe 1/4" wide Propagation: seed, air layering, tip cuttings Usage: specimen plant to small tree indoors; works well in shady, tropical landscapes outdoors – good by pools Landscape Care: Watering needs regular water Fertilizing balanced, 1/2 strength, monthly Pruning head back occasionally to force side branching/dense form Pests/Diseases spider mites, mealybug Special Conditions/Other plants are brittle – difficult to ship large specimens Origin: New Zealand Family: Araliaceae Notes: |
Your pictures go here |