General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Tree
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 4 to 12 feet
Plant Spread: 2 to 3 feet
Leaves: Evergreen
Broadleaf
Other: Glossy, dark green.
Underground structures: Taproot
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Uses: Windbreak or Hedge
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Drought tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Umbrella Tree
  • Dwarf Umbrella Plant
Botanical names
  • Accepted: Heptapleurum actinophyllum
  • Synonym: Schefflera actinophylla

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Location: Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Date: 2023-12-12

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