Schefflera arboricola 'Charlotte'
Schefflera 'Charlotte' is a stylish dwarf umbrella tree with glossy green leaflets edged in creamy white. Its compact size, variegated foliage, and elegant, upright form make it an excellent choice for brightening modern interiors with a touch of tropical flair.
This cultivar performs well as a floor plant or tabletop feature, adapting easily to different spaces. It thrives in bright, indirect light and can be pruned to maintain a neat, bushy shape, making it both decorative and versatile indoors.
- Other names: Variegated Umbrella Plant 'Charlotte', Dwarf Umbrella Tree
- Useful to know: Not safe for pets - toxic if ingested
- Feature: Great air purifying plant
- Eventual height: 100-150cm indoors (smaller if pruned)
- Origins: Cultivar of Schefflera arboricola, native to Taiwan and Hainan
Schefflera Care Sheet
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates medium light. Avoid harsh direct sun, which may scorch leaves.
Water: Water when the top 2–3cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Soil/Nutrition: Use a free-draining houseplant compost. Feed every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer with balanced fertiliser.
Humidity: Tolerates average household humidity but prefers slightly higher levels. Mist occasionally.
Pruning & Propagation: Prune to maintain size and encourage bushiness. Propagates by stem cuttings.
Experience level: Beginner-friendly
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EAN code8713123107755
- Brand
- Pot Size13cm
- Height45cm
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