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Schefflera arboricola 'Trinette'
(Dwarf Umbrella Plant, Hawaian Elf, Hawaian Umbrella Tree,
Hawaian Schefflera, Arboricola Trinette Tree)
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Family: Araliaceae
Origin: Malaysia, Taiwan, Pacific Islands
Light: Bright indirect light
Height: 10-12''
Spread: 6'-8'
Blooms: Red
Foliage: Shiny, variegated, dark green with cream, forming a
fingered umbrella
Soil: Well-drained with sand added, keep moist
Water: Abundant, especially in Summer, reduce in Winter
Fertilization: Slow Release/liquid fertilizer with iron added, 2-3
times/year
Propagation: Seeds (sow ASAP), single-node cuttings, air layering
Uses: Landscaping, container, houseplant, bonsai
Insects / Diseases: Watch for mealy bugs, scales, aphids,
catterpillars, fungas ngats and spider mites, especially under the
leaves/Altemaria Leaf Spots may cause leaf drop
Comments: Schefflera arboricola 'Trinette' or Dwarf Umbrella Plant
or Hawaian Elf or Hawaian Umbrella Tree or Hawaian Scheffler or
Arboricola Trinette Tree is an attractive tropical shrub with lovely
leaf variegation which differs on every leaf. Arboricola Trinette
Tree
tolerates temperature between 35-105 degrees F but best between 65 & 90
degrees F. Dwarf Umbrella Plant loves bright light; growing it in
direct sunlight will cause leaves to scorch. Hawaian Elf
loves the humidity so mist often or let potted plant sit on pebbles
placed in tray of water with water level lower than base of pot.
Arboricola 'Trinette' Tree makes a great indoor plant and it can be trained
as a bonsai. Grown in masses, these delightful shrubs looks great
as understory plants. Trim Hawaian Umbrella Tree in Spring
for a fuller, mroe rounded shape and size. The cuttings are easily
propagated in a glass of water.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 9-11 |
