Description
Also called the umbrella plant, the schefflera is a popular houseplant because of the beauty of its dark green plus golden leaves, which form “fingers” in a circle.
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Schefflera Variegated – Plant
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5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black)
Schefflera species are wonderfully tropical plants. The larger schefflera features long, shiny, oval green leaves that droop gracefully from a central stalk. A mature schefflera might have 12 or 16 leaflets from a single stalk, while an immature schefflera is more likely to have 4 or 6. Also called the umbrella plant, the schefflera is a popular houseplant because of the beauty of its dark green leaves, which form “fingers” in a circle. The designs formed on floors and walls in the sunlight lends a pleasing look to a room. Caring for a schefflera is quite simple, and the plant will grow for many years.Plant Specifications
Plant Height
16 inch (41 cm)
Plant Spread
5 inch (13 cm)
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name
Green gold, Umbrella plant
Maximum Reachable Height
12 to 15 feet
Flower Colour
Red
Bloom Time
January, February, March, April, May
Difficulty Level
Easy
Planting and careAn underwatered, cold schefflera will begin to drop leaves quickly, so take leaf-drop seriously and move to correct the problem.If you lose all the leaves, but you want to save the plant, move it outside in the spring, give it lots of water, and it should leaf back out.Schefflera Variegated careIn the right conditions, schefflera can be propagated with leaf cuttings. Use a rooting hormone and provide lots of humidity and warmth. Expect a high failure rate, however, as these are tropical plants. They can also be propagated by air-layering.
Sunlight
Sun growing, Semi shade, Shade growing
Watering
Water weekly during the growing season and spray frequently. Cut back water during winter.
Soil
Rich, loose potting media
Temperature
They suffer below about 60 degrees F. Do not expose to drafts or dry heating vents.
Fertilizer
Feed twice weekly during growing season with liquid fertilizer or use two applications of slow-release pellets. They are heavy feeders.
Schefflera Variegated special featureRecommended for creating shade, Quick growing trees, Evergreen treesSchefflera Variegated uses
Ornamental Use:
Schefflera is commonly grown in mild to warm climates as a decorative tree in larger gardens
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