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*The plant pictured is not necessarily the plant you will receive, but will be same size and shape. Plants are shipped in nursery pots and may vary slightly in pot size.*
Common Name: Umbrella Tree, Schefflera
Scientific Name: Schefflera arboricola / Heptapleurum arboricola
-Care Recommendations By The Dude-
Best for These Animals: Small to medium-sized reptiles and amphibians, including arboreal (tree-dwelling) species.
Bio Dude Substrates: TerraFlora, TerraFauna, TerraFirma
Soil Depth: Moderate to deep
Lighting: All light levels
Humidity & Misting: 40%-100%, can tolerate 20%-40%, but higher humidity is suggested for optimal growth.
Mature Plant Size & Root System: Schefflera are very hardy, durable tropical shrubs that can get very large if not pruned to maintain desired shape. With age, it can develop a woody trunk. It has a wide, shallow fibrous root system with thick roots forming for anchorage with age.
Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium: Somewhat drought tolerant. Too high temperatures or low humidity may cause leaves to brown. Best used as a back/wall planting; corner placement recommended.
Edible & Side Effects if Ingested: Scheffleras contain sharp calcium oxalate crystals known as raphides. Ingestion is not recommended and may cause oral irritation, however, reptiles and amphibians do not typically ingest them.
Pot Size & Packaging: A single 6" potted schefflera plant is shipped in the pot, wrapped in paper.
