Schefflera arboricola "Dwarf umbrella tree"

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🌿 Basic Overview Scientific name: Schefflera arboricola Common names: Dwarf Umbrella Tree, Dwarf Schefflera Family: Araliaceae Origin: Taiwan and Hainan, China Type: Evergreen shru b, often grown as a small indoor tree 🌱 Appearance Compound leaves with 5–9 shiny leaflets radiating from a central point, resembling an umbrella. Leaves are bright to dark green, sometimes variegated in cream or yellow varieties. Grows upright but compact indoors, usually 2–6 feet tall. ☀️ Light Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate medium light, but variegated varieties need more light to maintain coloring. Avoid direct sun — it can scorch the leaves. 💧 Water Keep soil evenly moist, allowing the top inch to dry between waterings. Overwatering can cause root rot; underwatering may cause leaf drop. 🌡️ Temperature & Humidity Ideal range: 60–75°F (16–24°C). Tolerates average household humidity. 🪴 Care Level Easy to moderate — forgiving and resilient, good for beginners. Can be pruned to maintain shape or encourage bushier growth. Occasionally benefits from fertilization during the growing season. Toxic for pets Show more