Schefflera 'Umbrella Tree'
Schefflera 'Umbrella Tree'
Heptapleurum actinophyllum (Still most widely sold known by its former name, Schefflera actinophylla)
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Umbrella Tree | Schefflera arboricola | Dwarf Umbrella Tree | Parasol Plant
Umbrella Tree is a lush, easy-to-care-for tropical evergreen (widely grown as a house plant in cooler climates) prized for its glossy, bright green leaves that radiate elegantly outward from central stalks, beautifully mimicking the spokes of an umbrella. This highly adaptable selection is known for its upright, bushy habit and its incredible resilience in a variety of indoor environments. Its classic, glossy foliage and architectural canopy make it a standout choice for bright corners, living room floor planters, and modern indoor plant collections. With its robust, structural form and forgiving nature, the Umbrella Tree offers a sophisticated, tropical aesthetic with incredibly straightforward care.
Growing Umbrella Tree
Light: Bright, indirect light; thrives in well-lit indoor spaces but is remarkably adaptable to medium light levels. Protect from harsh, direct afternoon sunlight, which can scorch its glossy leaves.
Soil: Rich, well-drained potting mix; prefers a standard indoor blend amended with perlite or coarse sand to ensure excellent aeration and prevent water from pooling at the roots.
Water: Moderate; water thoroughly when the top two inches of soil feel dry. It is fairly drought-tolerant and much prefers being slightly under-watered rather than sitting in soggy, waterlogged soil.
Maintenance: Exceptionally low maintenance. Wipe the leaves gently with a damp cloth occasionally to remove dust and maintain their signature shine. Prune tall or leggy stems back to a leaf node to encourage a fuller, bushier shape.
Wildlife: Keep away from pets; toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. Primarily grown for its lush decorative foliage.
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 10–12; widely grown as a year-round house plant in cooler regions.
Shipping Info
Umbrella Tree plants are shipped in 6" nursery pots. Allow 1–2 weeks after arrival for plants to recover from shipping and resume active growth before repotting or planting outdoors.
Growing Zones
10b - 12a
Low Temperature
50°F
High Temperature
95°F
Fragrant
Non Fragrant
Polinator Required
No
Polinator Friendly
Low
Flower Color
Green
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil
Requires a rich, well-draining potting mix
Moisture
Moderate
Sun Exposure
Bright Indirect Light
Mature Spread
3 to 6 ft
Mature Height
6 to 10 ft
Bloom Period
Summer (Rarely blooms indoors; outdoors in tropical climates, it produces distinct, dark red, tentacle-like flower spikes)
Pruning Time
Spring to early summer
Pet Safe
No
Perennial / Annual
Perennial
Evergreen / Deciduous
Evergreen
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