False Aralia. A graceful houseplant with finger-like lacy dark green almost black foliage. Max Height 1.6m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers July to August. Fruits September. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 60°F / 15°C. May cause skin allergy.
Schefflera elegantissima
A graceful houseplant with finger-like lacy dark green almost black foliage
Additional information
| Generic | Schefflera |
|---|---|
| Species | elegantissima |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | False Aralia |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.6m |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | black |
| Fruits When | September |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 60°F / 15°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Keep just moist in winter, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Mist regularly, Keep permanently moist |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | May cause skin allergy |
| Pruning | Remove crossing branches to help framework, Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Late winter |
| Pests and diseases | Scale, Mealy bugs |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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