Fukanoki. An attractive and easy to grow foliage plant with large glossy palmate green leaves with distinct veins. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers June to July. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C. May cause skin allergy.
Schefflera heptaphylla
An attractive and easy to grow foliage plant with large glossy palmate green leaves with distinct veins
Additional information
| Generic | Schefflera |
|---|---|
| Species | heptaphylla |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Fukanoki |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | May cause skin allergy |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Early spring |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Aphids, Scale, Mealy bugs |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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