Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
polybotrya
ID:
306898

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) R.Vig.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 9, 9: 352 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306230

Common Names

  • Umbrella Plant
  • Octopus Tree
  • Schefflera

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Description

Schefflera polybotrya (also called Chinese Hat Plant, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical rainforest regions of South-east Asia. It has a dense, upright habit with glossy, dark green leaves divided into 7-9 leaflets. It is found in moist, shady locations in its native habitat.

Uses & Benefits

Schefflera polybotrya has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schefflera polybotrya is small, white, and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schefflera polybotrya is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers a sunny location with well-draining soil. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It is a fast-growing shrub and can reach its mature size in a few years.

Where to Find Schefflera polybotrya

Schefflera polybotrya is native to the tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka.

Schefflera polybotrya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schefflera polybotrya?

Schefflera polybotrya

What is the common name of Schefflera polybotrya?

Many-fruited Schefflera

What type of plant is Schefflera polybotrya?

Evergreen shrub

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