Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
samoensis
ID:
306965

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Harms

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(8): 39 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306297

Common Names

  • Samoensis Schefflera
  • Samoensis Umbrella Tree
  • Schefflera

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Synonyms

  • Paratropia samoensis A.Gray [unknown]
  • Heptapleurum samoense (A.Gray) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Drake [unknown]

Description

Schefflera samoensis (also called 'Samoan umbrella tree', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is native to Samoa. It grows in tropical forests at elevations of up to 1000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Schefflera samoensis has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, a shade tree, and a windbreak. It can also be used as a hedge or screen, and its leaves can be used for weaving baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Schefflera samoensis are small and yellowish-green, and appear in clusters at the end of the branches. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schefflera samoensis is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Schefflera samoensis

Schefflera samoensis can be found in the tropical forests of Samoa.

Schefflera samoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schefflera samoensis?

Schefflera samoensis

What is the common name of Schefflera samoensis?

Umbrella Tree

What is the natural habitat of Schefflera samoensis?

Tropical rainforests

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-187607: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.