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Schefflera elegantissima

Also Known As

  • Dizygotheca elegantissima
  • False Aralia
  • Finger Aralia
  • Threadleaf

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 25'-50'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

Schefflera elegantissima plant details

Schefflera elegantissima is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with chocolate and green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Schefflera elegantissima

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: araliaceae
Foliage: evergreen chocolate and green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 25 FT - 50 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, exotic, houseplant, infrequent-blooming, serrated leaves, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Schefflera elegantissima

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Schefflera elegantissima plant

How to Grow Schefflera elegantissima

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • chocolate
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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