Identification: trying to identify very large house plant

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by Lory, Jan 2, 2013.

  1. Lory

    Lory Member

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    Does anyone know what this plant is?
    It is very large, woody base, large green leaves.
    Thanks.
     

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  2. Junglekeeper

    Junglekeeper Esteemed Contributor 10 Years

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    Looks like Schefflera actinophylla, Umbrella Tree.
     
  3. Dave-Florida

    Dave-Florida Active Member

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    Or perhaps Schefflera arboricola, a smaller species from Taiwan. It, very much like the larger one, thrives in full sun. It's become an almost excessively popular hedge plant in Florida. My first guess would be S. actinophylla.
     

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