Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
pseudocandelabrum
ID:
306911

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Vig.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 9, 9: 376 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306243

Common Names

  • Umbrella Plant
  • Octopus Tree
  • Schefflera

Searching for Schefflera pseudocandelabrum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Schefflera pseudocandelabrum (also called False Aralia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical rainforest regions of South-east Asia. It has a compact, 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 pseudocandelabrum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Searching for Schefflera pseudocandelabrum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Schefflera pseudocandelabrum 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 pseudocandelabrum

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

Schefflera pseudocandelabrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schefflera pseudocandelabrum?

Schefflera pseudocandelabrum

What is the common name of Schefflera pseudocandelabrum?

False Candelabra Schefflera

What type of plant is Schefflera pseudocandelabrum?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-187558: Based on the initial data import
René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.