False Aralia is a small, tropical evergreen trees that are native to the islands of the South Pacific. In their native environment, Schefflera elegantissima can grow up to 20 feet tall, but when grown in pots or planters they seldom reach more than 4-6 feet tall. They are single stemmed plants with palmate leaves that are divided into 4-9 dark, greenish-brown leaflets with deeply serrated edges. Thrives in moderate light, thus making an excellent houseplant. Bright light causes dark, blackish-green color on mature leaves. Makes a beautiful specimen plant. Protect from frost.
False Aralia, Fringe Aralia, Spider Aralia, Threadleaf Aralia. Syn: Plerandra elegantissima, Dizygotheca faguetii, Schefflera faguetii, Dizygotheca elegantissima, Schefflera elegantissima, Aralia elegantissima
