Heptapleurum actinophyllum 'Amate'

Synonyms

Schefflera 'Amate'

Shrubs Trees

A fast-growing, compact, evergreen shrub to tree to around 300cm in height when grown indoors, with a rounded habit and large, umbrella-like, glossy green foliage. Dark red flowers are produced in the wild but not generally when the plant is kept as a houseplant indoors. Easy to care for and a good plant for bringing a tropical feel to the home

Position

Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

2.5-4 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
2.5-4 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H1C

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Araliaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus
A genus of over 300 different species of evergreen, tropical and subtropical trees and shrubs originally from Asia. Characteristic leaves are round, palmately compound, with long stalks and 3-30 stalked leaflets. Some species are familiar as houseplants
Name Status
Unresolved

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in standard houseplant compost in bright indirect light. In growth, water moderately and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; water sparingly in winter. See houseplant cultivation

Propagation

Propagate by seed, semi-ripe cuttings or air-layering

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Houseplants
  • Patio and container plants
  • Conservatory and greenhouse

Pruning

See pruning group 1

Pests

May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, mealybugs and scale insects

Diseases

Generally disease-free