Botanical Name: Common Names:
Schefflera actinophylla Alpine Queensland Umbrella Tree, Octopus Tree,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Palms, Ferns & Tropical, Shrubs, Trees TBA
Description:
Evergreen tropical native tree with a columnar growth habit, large oval-shaped glossy green leaves and clusters of pinkish-red flowers appear at the top of the tree during Summer, when grown in full sun. Great as an indoor plant in a large container. Grows approx. 15m tall x 6m wide.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m 4-10m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Habitat, Indoor Plant, Shady Garden, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Mealy Bugs, Mites
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Araliaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Red
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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