Schefflera Green Plant, Umbrella Tree, Dwarf Umbrella Tree, Octopus Tree, Schefflera Arboricola

Schefflera Green Plant (Umbrella Tree)

Bring home the lush beauty of the Schefflera Green Plant, popularly known as Umbrella Tree, Dwarf Umbrella Tree, Octopus Tree, and Schefflera Arboricola. This evergreen ornamental plant is loved for its glossy green leaves that spread like an umbrella, making it a perfect indoor and outdoor decorative plant in India.

Popular Names in India

• Hindi: स्केफलेरा / अम्ब्रेला प्लांट
• Bengali (Bangla): শেফ্লেরা গাছ
• Tamil: செஃப்லேரா செடி
• Telugu: షెఫ్లెరా మొక్క
• Malayalam: ഷെഫ്ലേര ചെടി
• Kannada: ಶೆಫ್ಲೆರಾ ಸಸಿ
• Marathi: शेफ्लेरा रोप

About the Plant – Nature, Growth & Benefits

The Schefflera Arboricola is a fast-growing, low-maintenance evergreen plant known for its thick, shiny leaf clusters arranged in circular patterns. It adapts easily to Indian climates and thrives well indoors in pots. With proper care, it can grow up to 3–6 feet indoors and even taller outdoors.

This plant is not just decorative—it also helps improve indoor air quality and creates a calm, refreshing environment. Its compact, bushy growth makes it perfect for living rooms, offices, balconies, hotel lobbies, and garden landscapes. The Umbrella Tree adds instant greenery and a modern touch to any space.

Plant Care Guide

Light Requirements: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate low light but grows best in moderate to bright conditions. Avoid harsh direct afternoon sun.

Watering: Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Overwatering can cause root rot. Reduce watering in winter months.

Maintenance: Wipe leaves monthly to remove dust. Prune occasionally to maintain shape. Fertilize every 2-3 months during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer.