Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
euthytricha
ID:
306529

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 37: 86 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305861

Common Names

  • Euthytricha Schefflera
  • Euthytricha Octopus Tree
  • Euthytricha Umbrella Tree

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Description

Schefflera euthytricha (also called Euthytricha Schefflera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 3 meters. Its leaves are compound and glossy green in color, and its yellow flowers are small and bell-shaped. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Schefflera euthytricha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, indoors as a houseplant, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Schefflera euthytricha are small, white to yellowish in color, and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schefflera euthytricha is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to the Caribbean and South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-draining soil and regular watering. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Schefflera euthytricha

Schefflera euthytricha is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Schefflera euthytricha FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Schefflera euthytricha?

Schefflera euthytricha is native to tropical rainforests in South East Asia.

What is the height of Schefflera euthytricha?

Schefflera euthytricha can grow up to 15 meters in height.

What is the life expectancy of Schefflera euthytricha?

Schefflera euthytricha can live up to 100 years.

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

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