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Schefflera actinophylla
Also Known As
- Brassaia actinophylla
- Octopus Tree
- Umbrella Tree
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 15'-20'
- W: 20'-25'
planting zones
- 9b-12
Schefflera actinophylla plant details
Schefflera actinophylla is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Schefflera actinophylla
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: araliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 20 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, infrequent-blooming, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Schefflera actinophylla
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
- Resistant to: humidity
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Schefflera actinophylla
By: Peter Richardson
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By: Peter Richardson
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By: J.M. Garg
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By: Forest & Kim Starr
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By: Peter Richardson
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By: Peter Richardson
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By: Peter Richardson
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Gardening facts about Schefflera actinophylla plant
How to Grow Schefflera actinophylla
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7b-11
Size
Height: 6'-12'
Width: 6'-8'
- bright shade - shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 6'-15'
Width: 6'-15'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 25'-50'
Width: 10'-15'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 25'
Width: 10'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
aka Schefflera arboricola, Dwarf Umbrella Tree, Money Tree
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
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