Classification: Foliage House plant
House Plant Group: Finger-leaved plant
Character: Finger-like glossy leaflets radiating like umbrella spokes
Safe for pets? No
Varieties:
- Schefflera actinophylla (Brassaia actinophylla – Umbrella tree)
- Schefflera digitata
- Schefflera octophyllum
Plant Care:
- Temperature: Average warmth
- Light: Bright light. Keep away from direct sunlight
- Water: Water moderately. Allow planting medium to dry out slightly between watering
- Repotting: Repot every 2 years with either Serbajadi Organic Peat Moss or Serbajadi Multi-Purpose Compost
- Fertilizer: Serbajadi Plant Food Organic Plus 23 Growing Fertilisers (750gm)
Plant issues:
- Losing its leaves: Drainage issues
- Drop leaves: Extreme temperature difference
- Yellow leaves, a rotten smell, or black roots: Root rot (overwatering)
Pests:
- Spider mites: Wipe off with a damp cloth/cotton bud and spray with Serbajadi Neem Spray Extra Strength. Attack water-stressed plants, so regularly watering (but not over-watering) will prevent attacks
- Mealy bugs: Wipe off with a damp cloth/cotton bud and spray with Serbajadi Neem Spray Extra Strength
- Aphids: Spray the plant with high pressure water followed by Serbajadi Neem Spray Extra Strength
- Scales: Wipe off with a damp cloth/cotton bud and spray with Serbajadi Neem Spray Extra Strength
