Grow Schefflera Tree As Large Indoor Plants

The Schefflera is also known as the umbrella plant. Schefflera trees are large indoor plants that is popular as a houseplant because of the beauty of its dark green leaves. The plant lends a pleasing look and gives a pleasant ambiance on the room where it’s placed.

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Mature Height : 10 – 15 Feet
Schefflera trees are large indoor plants but they are easy to keep at the size needed.
Leaf characteristics: Evergreen with some variegation.
Hardiness Zone: 9-11 and as an indoor plant : Any zone
Size when shipped 4 inch nursery pot. Not as picture shows.

Some features of the Schefflera tree:
Genus : Schefflera

Species : Arboricola

Plant Origin : Not native to North America

Plant Group(s): Shrub

Planting Use(s) Recommended: Screen, Hedge, Specimen Plant, Container Plant, Border, Espalier

Great indoor plant. Outdoor tropical conditions. Temps below freezing, the plant would need to be indoors.

Light Exposure(s) Preferred: Part Sun/shade. Schefflera trees or large indoor plants require ample amount of light to grow normal and healthy. However, they should not be placed in direct sunlight.

Soil Type(s) Preferred: Sandy, Well-Drained, Alkaline, Drought/Dry, Clay, Tolerates Acid

Salt Tolerance: Low

Height : 10 – 15 Feet

Spread : 6 – 10 Feet

Shape(s): Rounded

Growth Rate(s): Medium

Flower Characteristics: Insignificant flowers

Leaf Characteristics: Evergreen with some variegation. Broad leaves that is evergreen

Leaf Texture: Medium

Bark/Limb Characteristics: Bark not showy and is without thorns.

Hardiness Zone(s) Preferred: 9-11

As a large indoor plant, schefflera can be grown at any corner of the house. They are not difficult plants to grow, provided you supply plenty of indirect light, warmth and humidity.