Schefflera leratii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leratii
ID:
306696
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Vig.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) , sér. 2, 3: 99 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306028
Common Names
- Umbrella Tree
- Octopus Tree
- Schefflera leratii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schefflera leratii (also called Lerat's Umbrella Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araliaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is found in lowland rainforests and montane forests. It has a shrub-like growth habit, and its leaves are glossy and dark green. The flowers are small and yellow-green in color.
Uses & Benefits
Schefflera leratii is an ornamental plant with attractive foliage. It is often used as a houseplant or in outdoor gardens. It can also be used as a privacy screen or hedge. It is also used in bonsai and as a specimen plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Schefflera leratii are small, yellow-green and clustered in umbels. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Schefflera leratii is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and can be propagated from stem cuttings or by air layering. It can also be grown from seed, but this is a slow process.
Where to Find Schefflera leratii
Schefflera leratii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Schefflera leratii FAQ
How much light does Schefflera leratii need?
Schefflera leratii prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Schefflera leratii?
Water Schefflera leratii when the top inch of soil is dry.
What type of soil is best for Schefflera leratii?
Schefflera leratii prefers a well-draining potting mix.
Species in the Schefflera genus
Schefflera balansana, Schefflera candelabrum, Schefflera coenosa, Schefflera digitata, Schefflera euthytricha, Schefflera kerchoveana, Schefflera leratii, Schefflera monosperma, Schefflera neoebudica, Schefflera ouveana, Schefflera pseudocandelabrum, Schefflera samoensis, Schefflera vieillardii, Schefflera vitiensis, Schefflera sciadophyllum, Schefflera paniculata, Schefflera polybotrya, Schefflera avensis, Schefflera revoluta,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-187362: Based on the initial data import
René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.