Identification: House plant identification

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by taylorb, Jun 18, 2009.

  1. taylorb

    taylorb Member

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    Hello,
    I picked up this tree at a campus plant sale, and all the guy could tell me about it was that it was 'probably tropical'. It's been growing really well, but I have no idea what it is! I'm wondering if it should be repotted because it is getting big, and/or if I should prune it because it is getting really top-heavy.

    The older stems are woody, older leaves are a little leathery and seem to have a waxy covering. Leaves are arranged in nines, stemming from the main branches. Any advice would be appreciated. Some pictures are attached.
    Thanks in advance!
     

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  2. Junglekeeper

    Junglekeeper Esteemed Contributor 10 Years

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    Looks like Schefflera arboricola, Umbrella Tree.
     

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