Schefflera arboricola (Heptapleurum) is a beautiful shrub with a compact and bushy growth habit.

This ornamental, subtropical beauty has glossy, elongated leaves. The glossy green, leathery leaves are arranged on their slender stems like an umbrella, or like the fingers on a hand. This dwarf Schefflera arboricola resembles a smaller version of the more tree-like S. actinophylla, with smaller, thicker leaves.

Schefflera arboricola originates from subtropical forests in Taiwan, where it grows as a creeper and a vine. It can also grow epiphytically on trees without drawing nutrients from them.

As a houseplant, Schefflera is very versatile and adapts well to various conditions. It's easy to prune to keep it tall and slender or short and compact.

Moreover, Schefflera is an excellent air purifier. Schefflera arboricola is also known as the Dwarf Umbrella Plant or Hawaiian Elf.

Propagating material of Schefflera arboricola is available all year round, as seed.