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Araliaceae
Heptapleurum arboricola
Product Code:
PLT-0094
Width:
60,00
(cm)
Height:
105,00
(cm)
Depth:
60,00
(cm)
Gift wrapping:
Options available
Variant:
Standard
Source:
Turkey
IQD41,610.00
Bring instant, polished greenery to your space with the Dwarf Umbrella Tree. Its glossy, umbrella-like leaves create a full, premium look with minimal effort—perfect for receptions, meeting rooms, and bright corners at home. Simply give it medium to bright indirect light, water when the top soil dries, and prune to keep it dense and elegant.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Dwarf Umbrella Tree
Botanical Name: Heptapleurum arboricola
Former Name: Schefflera arboricola
Plant Type: Foliage houseplant (Araliaceae)
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0094
Alternative Names:
Aralia
أراليا
Dwarf Schefflera
Hawaiian Umbrella Tree
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Apiales
Family: Araliaceae
Genus: Heptapleurum
Species: H. arboricola
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to southern China (Hainan) and Taiwan; widely cultivated as an ornamental and naturalized in tropical/subtropical regions worldwide, including Florida, India, parts of Africa, and Southeast Asia; common as an indoor plant globally.
4. Visual Characteristics
Leaves: Palmately compound with 7–16 glossy, lanceolate to elliptic leaflets (5–15 cm long) radiating from a central point.
Stems: Thin, woody to semi-woody, branching at leaf nodes; mature stems may develop slight corking.
Flowers: Small, greenish-white umbels borne on compound inflorescences; rarely produced indoors.
Fruits: Small round berries that turn black when mature; seldom seen in cultivation.
5. Size & Dimensions
Indoor height typically 60–120 cm; can reach 3–6 m outdoors in optimal tropical conditions.
Spread usually 30–60 cm in container; individual leaf diameter up to 45 cm.
6. Light Requirements
Thrives in bright, indirect light; tolerates moderate light; avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch; low light results in leggy growth and sparse foliage.
7. Watering Needs
Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry; maintain evenly moist but not waterlogged conditions; reduce watering frequency in winter; allow slight drying between waterings to prevent root rot and leaf drop.
8. Soil & Potting
Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix amended with perlite or coarse bark; ideal pH 6.0–6.5; repot every 1–2 years or when root-bound, choosing a container 2–5 cm larger in diameter.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature range 18–29 °C (65–85 °F); sensitive to temperatures below 15 °C (60 °F); prefers high humidity (50–70%); mist foliage or use pebble tray/humidifier to maintain moisture.
10. Fertilization
Feed monthly during active growth (spring and summer) with a balanced 10-10-10 or 20-20-20 liquid fertilizer at half label strength; suspend feeding in fall and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Easy to moderate care level; prune regularly to maintain compact, bushy form and remove leggy shoots; trim yellow or damaged leaves; wipe foliage to remove dust and enhance photosynthesis.
12. Growth & Propagation
Moderate to fast growth under optimal conditions; propagate from semi-hardwood stem cuttings (10–15 cm) with at least two nodes, rooting in moist medium within 4–6 weeks; air layering also effective in spring or early summer.
13. Common Problems
Pests: Spider mites, mealybugs, scale—treat with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil.
Diseases: Root rot from overwatering; leaf spot in poorly ventilated, humid conditions—ensure good air circulation and proper watering.
Cultural Issues: Leaf drop or browning edges from low humidity or drafts; yellowing leaves from overwatering or nutrient deficiency; leggy growth in low light.
14. Benefits & Uses
Ornamental accent for homes and offices; air-purifying qualities remove formaldehyde and benzene; compact size ideal for desks, reception areas, and bright corners; low maintenance enhances indoor environments.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; toxic if ingested by pets (cats, dogs) and humans, causing oral irritation, drooling, vomiting; keep out of reach of children and animals.
Heptapleurum arboricola
IQD41,610.00
Bring instant, polished greenery to your space with the Dwarf Umbrella Tree. Its glossy, umbrella-like leaves create a full, premium look with minimal effort—perfect for receptions, meeting rooms, and bright corners at home. Simply give it medium to bright indirect light, water when the top soil dries, and prune to keep it dense and elegant.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Dwarf Umbrella Tree
Botanical Name: Heptapleurum arboricola
Former Name: Schefflera arboricola
Plant Type: Foliage houseplant (Araliaceae)
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0094
Alternative Names:
Aralia
أراليا
Dwarf Schefflera
Hawaiian Umbrella Tree
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Apiales
Family: Araliaceae
Genus: Heptapleurum
Species: H. arboricola
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to southern China (Hainan) and Taiwan; widely cultivated as an ornamental and naturalized in tropical/subtropical regions worldwide, including Florida, India, parts of Africa, and Southeast Asia; common as an indoor plant globally.
4. Visual Characteristics
Leaves: Palmately compound with 7–16 glossy, lanceolate to elliptic leaflets (5–15 cm long) radiating from a central point.
Stems: Thin, woody to semi-woody, branching at leaf nodes; mature stems may develop slight corking.
Flowers: Small, greenish-white umbels borne on compound inflorescences; rarely produced indoors.
Fruits: Small round berries that turn black when mature; seldom seen in cultivation.
5. Size & Dimensions
Indoor height typically 60–120 cm; can reach 3–6 m outdoors in optimal tropical conditions.
Spread usually 30–60 cm in container; individual leaf diameter up to 45 cm.
6. Light Requirements
Thrives in bright, indirect light; tolerates moderate light; avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch; low light results in leggy growth and sparse foliage.
7. Watering Needs
Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry; maintain evenly moist but not waterlogged conditions; reduce watering frequency in winter; allow slight drying between waterings to prevent root rot and leaf drop.
8. Soil & Potting
Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix amended with perlite or coarse bark; ideal pH 6.0–6.5; repot every 1–2 years or when root-bound, choosing a container 2–5 cm larger in diameter.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature range 18–29 °C (65–85 °F); sensitive to temperatures below 15 °C (60 °F); prefers high humidity (50–70%); mist foliage or use pebble tray/humidifier to maintain moisture.
10. Fertilization
Feed monthly during active growth (spring and summer) with a balanced 10-10-10 or 20-20-20 liquid fertilizer at half label strength; suspend feeding in fall and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Easy to moderate care level; prune regularly to maintain compact, bushy form and remove leggy shoots; trim yellow or damaged leaves; wipe foliage to remove dust and enhance photosynthesis.
12. Growth & Propagation
Moderate to fast growth under optimal conditions; propagate from semi-hardwood stem cuttings (10–15 cm) with at least two nodes, rooting in moist medium within 4–6 weeks; air layering also effective in spring or early summer.
13. Common Problems
Pests: Spider mites, mealybugs, scale—treat with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil.
Diseases: Root rot from overwatering; leaf spot in poorly ventilated, humid conditions—ensure good air circulation and proper watering.
Cultural Issues: Leaf drop or browning edges from low humidity or drafts; yellowing leaves from overwatering or nutrient deficiency; leggy growth in low light.
14. Benefits & Uses
Ornamental accent for homes and offices; air-purifying qualities remove formaldehyde and benzene; compact size ideal for desks, reception areas, and bright corners; low maintenance enhances indoor environments.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; toxic if ingested by pets (cats, dogs) and humans, causing oral irritation, drooling, vomiting; keep out of reach of children and animals.
Live plant guarantee: 7 days from delivery with proof of issue on arrival. Warranty excludes damage from improper watering, extreme temperatures, or direct sun scorch after delivery.
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