Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
paniculata
ID:
1276205

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Vig.

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. sér. 9, 9: 342. 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275543

Common Names

  • Schefflera paniculata
  • Panicled Schefflera
  • Panicled Umbrella Tree
  • Panicled Umbrella Tree

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Description

Schefflera paniculata (also called Umbrella Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree with large, compound leaves and small, yellowish-white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schefflera paniculata is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a groundcover in gardens. It can also be used as a hedge or border plant, and its bright yellow flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schefflera paniculata has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schefflera paniculata is a large evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Schefflera paniculata

Schefflera paniculata is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Schefflera paniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schefflera paniculata?

Schefflera paniculata

What is the natural habitat of Schefflera paniculata?

Schefflera paniculata is native to Southeast Asia.

What is the best soil type for Schefflera paniculata?

Schefflera paniculata prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.

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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