Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
vitiensis
ID:
307115

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Seem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 3: 176 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306447

Common Names

  • Umbrella Plant
  • Octopus Tree
  • Schefflera

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Synonyms

  • Aralia vitiensis A.Gray [unknown]
  • Heptapleurum vitiense (A.Gray) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Drake [unknown]

Description

Schefflera vitiensis (also called Fijian Schefflera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araliaceae family, native to Fiji. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with pinnate leaves composed of 7–11 leaflets. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schefflera vitiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used as a hedge plant and for screening purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Schefflera vitiensis are small, yellow-green, and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schefflera vitiensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to the Philippines. It is a fast-growing, upright shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It has glossy, dark green leaves that are divided into leaflets. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Schefflera vitiensis

Schefflera vitiensis is native to Fiji and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Schefflera vitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schefflera vitiensis?

Schefflera vitiensis

What is the common name of Schefflera vitiensis?

Umbrella Tree

What is the natural habitat of Schefflera vitiensis?

It is native to tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and southern China

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