Dwarf umbrella tree
Schefflera arboricola · Scheffleras · Ginseng family
Also known as: Umbrella Plant · Schefflera · Dwarf Schefflera
Easy100–200cmNot pet-safe
Dwarf umbrella tree care at a glance
Dwarf umbrella tree (Schefflera arboricola) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–24 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 18–24 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Dwarf umbrella tree
Possible pests on Dwarf umbrella tree include Spider mites, Mealybugs and Scale insects. A common disease is Root rot. Dwarf umbrella tree is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Spider mites Medium
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
Disease
- Root rot High
Toxicity
- Insoluble calcium oxalates Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Dwarf umbrella tree
- Which pests affect Dwarf umbrella tree?
- Possible pests on Dwarf umbrella tree include Spider mites, Mealybugs and Scale insects.
- Which diseases affect Dwarf umbrella tree?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Dwarf umbrella tree toxic to cats and dogs?
- Dwarf umbrella tree is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Dwarf umbrella tree need?
- Dwarf umbrella tree has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Dwarf umbrella tree need?
- Dwarf umbrella tree prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Dwarf umbrella tree frost-hardy?
- Dwarf umbrella tree is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.