Schefflera actinophylla

Schefflera actinophylla

Schefflera actinophylla is a popular, showy plant. Native to the Australian rainforests, it creates a lush, green interior decoration.

In nature, it grows to 10-12 meters, but indoors, it typically reaches 1.5 to 2 meters in height.

The leaves are glossy, dark green, composed of 7-16 oval leaflets arranged in an umbrella shape.

The flowers are very small, bright red or purple-pink. They are gathered in gigantic, branched inflorescences that can reach over a meter in length. They resemble octopus tentacles.

Schefflera actinophylla requires light, well-drained, and nutrient-rich soil. Ideally, the soil should be slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5.5-6.5).

It prefers a sunny location.