Schefflera Arboricolas are evergreen shrubs and are flowering plants part, of the Araliaceae plant family. They are not native to Florida landscape but originated all the way over in Taiwan. You may also know them by their more familiar name the Umbrella Tree. Schefflera Arboricolas can grow up to 27 feet high or more. Pictured is a variegated Arboricola
All Schefflera Arboricolas are poisonous to humans, animals and reptiles causing minor irritations to kidney , liver failure and even death.
Schefflera Arboricolas can thrive in a variety type of light, but likes full sun if possible. Regular watering twice a week would be sufficient for proper maintenance. Arboricolas are affected by common diseases like fungi, leaf spots and sooty mold. Because of the thick leaves Schefflera Arboricolas are acceptable to sucking insects like mites, aphids and thrips.
References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schefflera_arboricola
