What does a umbrella plant look like?

What does a umbrella plant look like?

It is a rather large plant that can grow to heights of up to six feet, and the foliage on the plant grows in a unique eight spoke style that looks like an umbrella; hence the name. Umbrella plants do not bloom, but you can find varieties that feature unique leaf markings.

How do you care for Arboricola schefflera?

Care for Schefflera plants is ideal in most warm areas such as homes, offices or in warm greenhouses. Schefflera require an evenly moist environment. Water moderately during growth and keep only moist to the touch in winter. During the growing season, allow the soil to dry between watering.

How fast does schefflera Arboricola grow?

Schefflera species such as the umbrella tree (Schefflera actinophylla) and dwarf schefflera (Schefflera arboricola) are widely grown as ornamental plants for their lush, tropical foliage. Most healthy schefflera plants grow very rapidly, putting on 3 feet of growth each year.

Is a money tree a schefflera?

The most similar looking to the Pachira Aquatica (Money Tree) is the Schefflera Amate, also known as an Umbrella Tree. ... The Umbrella Tree can reach up to 15 feet tall in its native climate. As a houseplant, it can reach six feet tall but is more often found around three feet in height.

How long do money trees live?

10 to 15 years